REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council Guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 and Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) 1315/2013

14.4.2023 - (COM(2021)0812 – C9‑0472/2021 – 2021/0420(COD)) - ***I

Committee on Transport and Tourism
Rapporteur: Barbara Thaler, Dominique Riquet

DRAFT EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION

on the proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council Guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 and Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) 1315/2013

(COM(2021)0812 and COM(2022)0384 – C9‑0472/2021 – 2021/0420(COD))

(Ordinary legislative procedure: first reading)

The European Parliament,

 having regard to the Commission proposal to Parliament and the Council (COM(2021)0812) and the amended proposal (COM(2022)0384),

 having regard to Article 294(2) and Article 172 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, pursuant to which the Commission submitted the proposal to Parliament (C9‑0472/2021),

 having regard to Article 294(3) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,

 having regard to the reasoned opinion submitted, within the framework of Protocol No 2 on the application of the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality, by the French Senate, asserting that the draft legislative act does not comply with the principle of subsidiarity,

 having regard to the opinion of the European Economic and Social Committee of 25 October 2021 [1],

 having regard to the opinion of the Committee of the Regions of ... [2],

 having regard to Rule 59 of its Rules of Procedure,

 having regard to the report of the Committee on Transport and Tourism (A9-0147/2023),

1. Adopts its position at first reading hereinafter set out;

2. Calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal;

3. Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

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Amendment  1

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(3) The Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy15 sets out milestones to show the European transport system’s path towards achieving the objectives of a sustainable, smart and resilient mobility. It envisages that rail freight traffic should increase its market share by 50% by 2030 and double by 2050; transport by inland waterways and short sea shipping should increase its market share by 25% by 2030 and by 50% by 2050; traffic on high-speed rail should double by 2030 and triple by 2050; at least 30 million zero-emission cars and 80,000 zero-emission trucks should be in operation on Union roads by 2030, and nearly all cars, vans and buses and new heavy-duty vehicles should be zero-emission by 2050; scheduled collective travel under 500 km should be carbon-neutral by 2030 within the Union; by 2030, there should be at least 100 climate-neutral cities in Europe.

(3) The Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy15 sets out milestones to show the European transport system’s path towards achieving the objectives of a sustainable, smart and resilient mobility. It envisages that rail freight traffic should increase its market share by 50% by 2030 and double by 2050; transport by inland waterways and short sea shipping should increase its market share by 25% by 2030 and by 50% by 2050; traffic on high-speed rail should double by 2030 and triple by 2050; at least 30 million zero-emission cars and 80,000 zero-emission trucks should be in operation on Union roads by 2030, and nearly all cars, vans and buses and new heavy-duty vehicles should be zero- and low-emission by 2050; scheduled collective travel under 500 km should be carbon-neutral by 2030 within the Union; by 2030, there should be at least 100 climate-neutral cities in Europe.

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15 Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic And Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions ‘Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy – putting European transport on track for the future’, COM(2020)789 final.

15 Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic And Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions ‘Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy – putting European transport on track for the future’, COM(2020)789 final.

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Amendment  2

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(4) The realisation of the trans-European transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more sustainable, affordable and inclusive, to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition, notably by ensuring a fair transition, in line with the objectives presented in the Council Recommendation (EU) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality.

(4) The realisation of the trans-European transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more sustainable, affordable and inclusive in all regions of the Union, to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition, notably by ensuring a fair transition, in line with the objectives presented in the Council Recommendation (EU) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality.

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Amendment  3

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(5) The planning, development and operation of the trans-European transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport, provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain, thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the Union. In addition, the network should aim at strengthening economic, social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union, including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas. The development of the trans-European transport network should also enable seamless, safe and sustainable mobility of goods and persons in all their diversity, and should contribute to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective, by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way.

(5) The planning, development and operation of the trans-European transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport, provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain, with rail as its backbone, thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the Union, and by establishing seamless transport connections with neighbouring countries. In addition, the network should aim at strengthening economic, social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union, including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas. The development of the trans-European transport network should also enable seamless, safe and sustainable mobility of goods and persons in all their diversity, and should contribute to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective, by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way.

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Amendment  4

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 5 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(5a) The trans-European transport network should aim for the intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain, interconnecting efficiently in the transport of freight and particularly with urban nodes. It should facilitate a shift to sustainable logistic chains, including decarbonisation of last-mile transport, in compliance with the Union transport-related environmental and climate goals.

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Amendment  5

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(6) Growth in traffic has resulted in increased congestion in international transport. In order to ensure the international mobility of passengers and goods, the capacity of the trans-European transport network and the use of that capacity should be optimised and, where necessary, expanded by removing infrastructure bottlenecks and bridging missing infrastructure links within and between Member States and, as appropriate, neighbouring countries, and taking into account the ongoing negotiations with candidate and potential candidate countries.

(6) Growth in traffic has resulted in increased congestion in international transport. In order to ensure the international mobility of passengers and goods, the resilience and capacity of the trans-European transport network and the use of that capacity should be optimised and, where necessary, expanded by removing infrastructure bottlenecks and bridging missing infrastructure links within and between Member States and, as appropriate, neighbouring countries, and taking into account the ongoing negotiations with candidate and potential candidate countries.

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Amendment  6

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 7

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(7) The trans-European transport network consists to a large extent of existing infrastructure. In order to fully achieve the objectives of the new trans-European transport network policy, uniform requirements regarding the infrastructure should be established.

(7) The trans-European transport network consists to a large extent of existing infrastructure. In order to fully achieve the objectives of the new trans-European transport network policy, uniform requirements regarding the infrastructure and its maintenance should be established.

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Amendment  7

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 8

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(8) The trans-European transport network should be developed and sustained through the creation of new transport infrastructure, through the maintenance and upgrading of existing infrastructure and through measures promoting its resource-efficient use.

(8) The trans-European transport network should be developed and sustained through the creation of new smart and sustainable transport infrastructure, through the maintenance and upgrading of existing infrastructure and through measures promoting its resource-efficient use and resilience.

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Amendment  8

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 10

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(10) In order to achieve a high-quality and efficient transport infrastructure across all modes, the development of the trans-European transport network should take into account the security and safety of passengers and freight movements, the contribution to climate change and the impact of climate change and of potential natural hazards and human-made disasters on infrastructure and accessibility for all transport users, especially in regions that are particularly affected by the negative impacts of climate change.

(10) In order to achieve a high-quality and efficient and resilient transport infrastructure across all modes, the development of the trans-European transport network should take into account the security and safety of passengers and freight movements, the contribution to climate change and the impact of climate change and of potential natural hazards and human-made disasters on infrastructure and accessibility for all transport users, especially in regions that are particularly affected by the negative impacts of climate change. Particular consideration should be given to enhancing the resilience of critical infrastructure, especially concerning geopolitical developments likely to cause traffic and supply chain disruptions.

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Amendment  9

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 10 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(10 a) The trans-European transport network should contribute to increased accessibility of transport across the Union for all users, especially for people with disabilities and reduced mobility, and should also combat mobility poverty.

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Amendment  10

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 10 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(10 b) The European transport sector has persistent gender issues, when it comes to the analysis of transport, the use of transport, and transport workers conditions. The data collected related to the trans-European transport network, wherever relevant in urban nodes, should be disaggregated by gender in order to increase its accuracy in identifying mobility patterns and differing needs of all users and to better inform policy makers when planning infrastructure and services. Particular attention should be given to gender dimension to ensure equal access to services and infrastructure, such as the use of safe and secure parking spaces, as well as to mitigate gender discrimination, remove barriers to female employment and increase gender equality and diversity in the transport sector, contributing also to labour market efficiency.

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Amendment  11

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 11

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(11) When planning, procuring and implementing projects of common interest, Member States and other project promoters should give due consideration to Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council16 .

(11) When planning, procuring and implementing projects of common interest, Member States and other project promoters should give due consideration to Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council16 (the “Smart TEN-T Directive”), to avoid delays in implementing projects, in particular regarding cross-border projects and missing links, thereby ensuring the timely completion of the trans-European transport network.

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16 Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council of 7 July 2021 on streamlining measures for advancing the realisation of the trans-European transport network (TEN) (OJ L 258, 20.7.2021, p.1).

16 Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council of 7 July 2021 on streamlining measures for advancing the realisation of the trans-European transport network (TEN) (OJ L 258, 20.7.2021, p.1).

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Amendment  12

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 12 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(12 a) During infrastructure planning, Member States and other project promoters should give due consideration to maintenance, for its needs and costs over the life-time of the infrastructure project. Given the importance of maintenance for the good-functioning of the transport networks, this requirement should be a precondition for receiving funding under the Connecting Europe Facility established by Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council1a (CEF).

 

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1a Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 7 July 2021 establishing the Connecting Europe Facility and repealing Regulations (EU) No 1316/2013 and (EU) No 283/2014 (OJ L 249, 14.7.2021, p. 38)

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Amendment  13

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 13

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(13) Given the evolution of the Union infrastructure needs and the decarbonisation goals, the Conclusions of the 2020 July European Council, according to which Union expenditure should be consistent with Paris Agreement objectives and the "do no significant harm" principle, within the meaning of Article 17 of the Taxonomy Regulation17 , projects of common interest should be assessed in order to ensure that TEN-T policy is coherent with transport, environmental and climate policy objectives of the Union. Member States and other project promoters should carry out environmental assessments of plans and projects which should include the “do no significant harm” assessment based on the latest available guidance and best practice. In cases that the implementation of a project of common interest entails a significant harm to an environmental or climate objective, reasonable alternatives should be considered.

(13) Given the evolution of the Union infrastructure needs and the decarbonisation goals, the Conclusions of the 2020 July European Council, according to which Union expenditure should be consistent with Paris Agreement objectives and the "do no significant harm" principle, within the meaning of Article 17 of the Taxonomy Regulation17 , projects of common interest should be assessed in order to ensure that TEN-T policy is coherent with transport, environmental and climate policy objectives of the Union. Member States and other project promoters should carry out environmental assessments of plans and projects which should include the “do no significant harm” assessment based on the latest available guidance and best practice. In cases that the implementation of a project of common interest entails a significant harm to an environmental or climate objective, reasonable alternatives should be considered, with particular attention to alternative transport modes, and especially when the project contributes to ensure accessibility and connectivity for the outermost, remote, rural, island, peripheral and mountainous regions. Those environmental evaluations should be carried out in strict compliance with the timeframe set in the Smart TEN-T Directive.

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17 Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2020 on the establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment, and amending Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 (Text with EEA relevance) (OJ L 198, 22.6.2020, p. 13).

17 Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2020 on the establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment, and amending Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 (Text with EEA relevance) (OJ L 198, 22.6.2020, p. 13).

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Amendment  14

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(14) Infrastructure projects under the TEN-T Regulation should be resilient to the potential adverse impacts of climate change through a climate vulnerability and risk assessment, including through relevant adaptation measures. Projects for which an environmental impact assessment must be carried out should be subject to climate proofing and integrate the costs of greenhouse gas emissions and the positive effects of climate mitigation measures in the cost-benefit analysis. The climate proofing should be undertaken based on the latest available best practice and guidance18 . This contributes to the integration of climate change-related risks as well as climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessments into investment and planning decisions under the Union budget.

(14) Infrastructure projects under the TEN-T Regulation should be resilient to the potential adverse impacts of climate change through a climate vulnerability and risk assessment, including through relevant adaptation measures. Projects for which an environmental impact assessment must be carried out should be subject to climate proofing and integrate the costs of greenhouse gas emissions and the positive effects of climate mitigation measures in the cost-benefit analysis on a life-cycle basis, including the impacts of the construction phase. The climate proofing should be undertaken based on the latest available best practice and guidance#. This contributes to the integration of climate change-related risks as well as climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessments into investment and planning decisions under the Union budget.

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18 Commission Notice - Technical guidance on the climate proofing of infrastructure in the period 2021-2027 (OJ C 373, 16.9.2021, p. 1).

18 Commission Notice - Technical guidance on the climate proofing of infrastructure in the period 2021-2027 (OJ C 373, 16.9.2021, p. 1).

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Amendment  15

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 17

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(17) The definition of the trans-European transport network should be based on a common and transparent methodology and should represent the highest level of infrastructure planning within the Union. It should be multimodal, that is to say it should include all transport modes and their connections as well as relevant traffic and travel information management systems

(17) The definition of the trans-European transport network should be based on a common and transparent methodology and should represent the highest level of infrastructure planning within the Union. It should be multimodal, that is to say it should include all transport modes and their connections as well as relevant traffic and travel information management systems, and should also include local transport modes related to the morphology of the area, such as cableway or lake transport.

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Amendment  16

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 18 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(18 a) Transport infrastructure functions as a network, therefore the non-conformity or non-operability of a small segment can hamper the efficiency and competitiveness of the system as a whole and prevent grasping the full network benefits. Therefore, Member States should identify those strategic segments, particularly for cross-border projects and missing links, and consider their urgent achievement to be the highest priority.

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Amendment  17

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 21

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(21) The comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative fuels infrastructure in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero-emission mobility, in line with the milestones set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy.

(21) The comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative fuels infrastructure in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero- and low-emission mobility, in line with the milestones set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy.

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Amendment  18

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 24

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(24) The core network with a deadline of 2030 and the extended core network with a deadline of 2040 should constitute the foundation of the sustainable multimodal transport network, representing the strategically most important nodes and links of the trans-European transport network, according to traffic needs. They should stimulate the development of the entire comprehensive network and enable Union action to concentrate on those components of the trans-European transport network with the highest European added value, in particular cross-border sections, missing links, multimodal connecting points and major bottlenecks.

(24) The core network with a deadline of 2030 and the extended core network with a deadline of 2040 should constitute the foundation of the sustainable multimodal transport network, representing the strategically most important nodes and links of the trans-European transport network, according to traffic needs. They should stimulate the development of the entire comprehensive network and enable Union action to concentrate on those components of the trans-European transport network with the highest European added value, in particular cross-border sections, missing links, multimodal connecting points and major bottlenecks. Construction of new railway lines in cross-border regions should in this regard be accelerated both for freight and passengers with a view to exponentially increase rail freight traffic at Union level.

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Amendment  19

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 24 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(24 a) Given the current pace of realising the TEN-T network, the 2030 deadline for the completion of the core network seems compromised. Member States should therefore consider the realisation of the core network to be of the highest priority, and should strive to realise it before the completion of the extended and comprehensive networks. This priority should be reflected in the investing tools and funding instruments at Union level, in particular for the CEF, in view of its limited budget relative to the investment needs.

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Amendment  20

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 25

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(25) Certain existing standards of the core network should be extended to the extended core and comprehensive network in order to reap full network benefits, to increase interoperability between network types and to enable more activity by more sustainable forms of transport, including through higher digitalisation and other technological solutions.

(25) Certain existing standards of the core network should be extended to the extended core and comprehensive network in order to reap full network benefits, to increase interoperability between network types and to enable more activity by more sustainable forms of transport, including through higher digitalisation and other technological solutions. The provision of clear and reliable planning for the technical specifications for interoperability (TSI) is of utmost importance for regulatory stability, legal certainty and for unlocking investments in the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS).

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Amendment  21

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 26

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(26) Exemptions from the infrastructure requirements applicable to the core, extended core and comprehensive network should be possible only in duly justified cases and subject to certain conditions. This should include cases where investment cannot be justified, or where there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, for example in outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions or in sparsely populated areas, or for isolated or partially isolated networks.

(26) Exemptions from the infrastructure requirements applicable to the core, extended core and comprehensive network should be possible only in duly justified cases and subject to certain conditions. This should include cases where investment cannot be justified, or where there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, for example in outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions or in sparsely populated areas, or for isolated or partially isolated networks. When assessing Member States' request for exemption, the Commission shall take into due consideration the functioning and cohesiveness of the whole trans-European transport network, and in particular of connected sections in neighbouring countries and of the functioning of the European Transport Corridors. Exemptions should be granted only exceptionally and, where applicable, should be considered as limited in time.

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Amendment  22

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 27

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(27) The land-side infrastructure network, established through the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, should integrate with the maritime dimension of the trans-European transport network. To this end, a truly sustainable, smart, seamless and resilient European Maritime Space should be created. It should encompass all maritime infrastructure components of the trans-European transport network.

(27) The land-side infrastructure network, established through the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, should integrate with the maritime dimension of the trans-European transport network. To this end, a truly sustainable, smart, seamless and resilient European Maritime Space should be created. It should encompass all maritime infrastructure components of the trans-European transport network, while paying special attention to islands and outermost regions.

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Amendment  23

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 28 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(28 a) Maritime ports play also a key role in transport connectivity, logistics, trade and cohesion, while being important for emergency supply chains, resilience, geopolitical aspects and the Union’s strategic autonomy. For inclusion in the trans-European transport network, ports should therefore also be considered, on a case to case basis, in terms of their high European added value and geostrategic relevance for the European internal market and the Union’s defence.

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Amendment  24

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 31

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(31) European Transport Corridors should cover the most important long-distance transport flows and consist of key European transport multimodal axis, based on parts of the trans-European transport network, be multimodal and open to the inclusion of all transport modes covered in this Regulation and cross at least two borders and involve at least three transport modes.

(31) European Transport Corridors should cover the most important long-distance transport flows, with rail as the backbone, and consist of key European transport multimodal axis, based on parts of the trans-European transport network, be multimodal and open to the inclusion of all transport modes covered in this Regulation and cross at least two borders and involve at least three transport modes, and may also include neighbouring countries.

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Amendment  25

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 32

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(32) In order to establish the trans-European transport network in a coordinated and timely manner, thereby making it possible to maximise network effects, Member States concerned should ensure that appropriate measures are taken to finalise the projects of common interest of the core, the extended core and the comprehensive network by the given deadlines 2030, 2040 and 2050 respectively. To this end, Member States should ensure that there is coherence of the national transport and investment plans with the priorities set out in this Regulation and in the work plans of the European Coordinators.

(32) In order to establish the trans-European transport network in a coordinated and timely manner, thereby making it possible to maximise network effects, Member States concerned should ensure that appropriate measures are taken to finalise the projects of common interest of the core, the extended core and the comprehensive network by the given deadlines 2030, 2040 and 2050 respectively. To this end, Member States should ensure that there is coherence of the national transport and investment plans with the priorities set out in this Regulation and in the work plans of the European Coordinators. Projects of national plans which are not aligned with the Union transport objectives should not be considered as a priority for receiving Union funds.

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Amendment  26

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 34

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(34) Projects of common interest to develop the trans-European transport network in line with the requirements set out in this Regulation have European added value, as they contribute to a high-quality, interoperable and multimodal European network, increasing sustainability, cohesion, efficiency or user benefits. The European added value is higher if it leads, in addition to the potential value for the respective Member State alone, to significant improvements of transport connections or transport flows between Member States or between a Member State and a third country. Such cross-border projects should be the subject of priority intervention by the Union in order to ensure that they are implemented.

(34) Projects of common interest to develop the trans-European transport network in line with the requirements set out in this Regulation have European added value, as they contribute to a high-quality, interoperable, resilient, and multimodal European network, increasing sustainability, cohesion, efficiency or user benefits. In this regard, a multimodal connectivity index should be developed in order to measure the increase in connectivity and multimodality for transport infrastructure projects. The European added value is higher if it leads, in addition to the potential value for the respective Member State alone, to significant improvements of transport connections or transport flows between Member States or between a Member State and a third country. Such cross-border projects should be the subject of priority intervention by the Union in order to ensure that they are implemented.

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Amendment  27

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 35

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(35) Member States and other project promoters should ensure that assessments of projects of common interest are carried out efficiently, avoiding unnecessary delays.

(35) Member States and other project promoters should ensure that assessments of projects of common interest are carried out efficiently, avoiding unnecessary delays and respecting the timeframe laid down in the Smart TEN-T Directive.

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Amendment  28

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 35 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(35 a) In the legal frameworks of many Member States, priority treatment is given to certain project categories based on their strategic importance. Priority treatment is characterised by shorter timelines, simultaneous or simplified procedures or limited timeframes for appeals. When such priority treatment is foreseen within a national legal framework, it should automatically apply to projects of common interest under this Regulation. Member States whose national legal frameworks lack such priority treatment should establish one for projects of common interest on the TEN-T.

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Amendment  29

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 36

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(36) Projects of common interest for which Union funding is sought should be the subject of a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis based on a recognised methodology, taking into account the relevant social, economic, climate-related and environmental benefits and costs as well as the life-cycle approach. The analysis of climate-related and environmental costs and benefits should be based on the environmental impact assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council21 .

(36) Projects of common interest for which Union funding is sought should be the subject of a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis based on a recognised methodology, taking into account the relevant social, economic, climate-related and environmental benefits, territorial balance and costs as well as the life-cycle approach. The Commission should establish a common methodology for a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis of projects enabling a transparent, comparative appraisal of different project proposals under life cycle assessments and prioritisation of project based on their European added value. The analysis of climate-related and environmental costs and benefits should be based on the environmental impact assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council21 and should comply with the timeframe set in the Smart TEN-T Directive .

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21 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

21 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

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Amendment  30

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 37

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(37) In order to contribute to the climate reduction targets of the European Green Deal of a 90% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, measures to mitigate the greenhouse gas impacts of projects of common interest in the form of new, extended or upgraded transport infrastructures should be analysed.

(37) In order to contribute to the climate reduction targets of the European Green Deal of a 90% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, measures to mitigate the greenhouse gas impacts of projects of common interest in the form of new, extended or upgraded transport infrastructures should be taken into account.

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Amendment  31

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(38) Cooperation with third countries, including neighbouring countries, is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the Union and those countries. In view of this, where appropriate, the Union should promote projects of common interest with those countries, assessing and ensuring that the objectives and requirements of the trans-European transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability of the Union network.

(38) Cooperation with third countries, including neighbouring countries, is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the Union and those countries. In view of this, where appropriate, the Union should promote projects of common interest with those countries, and also assess and ensure that the objectives and requirements of the trans-European transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability, continuity and decarbonisation of the Union network.

(Ex AM 31( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  32

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(38 a) The resilience of the trans-European transport network has been challenged and put to test by the devastating impact of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine. That aggression has redefined the geopolitical landscape, bringing to the surface the vulnerability of the Union to unforeseen disruptive events beyond the Union’s borders. Its major impacts on global markets, such as global food security, has highlighted the fact that the internal market and Union´s transport network cannot be viewed in isolation when it comes to shaping Union policy. Better connections with the Union neighbouring partner countries are needed more than ever.

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 1)

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Amendment  33

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(38 b) Given that new geopolitical context, the Commission Communication of 12 May 2022 entitled “An action plan for EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes to facilitate Ukraine's agricultural export and bilateral trade with the EU " identifies several major transport infrastructure challenges that the Union and its neighbouring countries need to resolve in order to support Ukraine’s economy and recovery, to enable agricultural and other goods to reach the Union and world markets, and to ensure that connectivity with the Union is greatly enhanced for both exports and imports. To offer increased connectivity with the Union, that Communication proposed to assess the extension of the European Transport Corridors into Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova.

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 2)

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Amendment  34

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(38 c) Because of Russia’s war of agression against Ukraine, and the position adopted by Belarus in that conflict, cooperation between the Union and Russia and Belarus in the field of the TEN-T policy is neither appropriate nor in the interest of the Union. Hence the TEN-T network in those two third countries should be discontinued. As a consequence, improved cross-border connections to Russia and Belarus are no longer of high priority on the territory of the Member States. Connections currently exist between Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland with those two third countries. To reflect the lesser priority in building and upgrading those connections, the last-miles of all cross-border connections with Russia and Belarus currently included in the core network should be downgraded from the core to the comprehensive network for which only a later deadline of implementation of 2050 is provided for. However, in case of a democratic transition in Belarus building and upgrading the country’s cross border connections with the EU in line with the comprehensive economic plan for a democratic Belarus would be a high priority, including through re-inclusion of the country back in the Regulation.

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 3)

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Amendment  35

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38 d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(38 d) The new geopolitical context also showed how important seamless transport connections are within the Union’s territory and with neighbouring third countries. A different railway track gauge from the European nominal standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm severely hampers the interoperability of the railway networks across the Union and even impacts the competitiveness of those isolated railway networks. New railway lines should therefore be only built in European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm. In addition, Member States with a different track gauge network should assess the migration of existing lines of the European Transport Corridors. This obligation should not apply to Ireland as its transport network, due to its insular situation, is fully detached from any land-side connection on the Union territory.

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 4)

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Amendment  36

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 39

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(39) To achieve transformation of the transport sector into a truly multimodal system of sustainable and smart mobility services, the Union should build a high quality transport network with rail services meeting minimum line speed. Competitive passenger rail has a high potential for the decarbonisation of transport. There is the need to develop a coherent and interoperable European high speed rail network linking its capitals and major cities. Complementing existing high speed lines with passenger lines at a minimum line speed of 160 km/h should in return lead to network effects, a more coherent network and an increased number of passengers travelling by rail. The completion of a high-performance network will also facilitate the development and introduction of new or different models of capacity allocation, for example interval-service timetables enabled by the Timetable Redesign (TTR) initiative.

(39) To achieve transformation of the transport sector into a truly multimodal system of sustainable and smart mobility services, the Union should build a high quality transport network with rail services meeting minimum line speed. Competitive passenger rail has one of the highest potentials for the decarbonisation of transport. There is the need to develop a coherent and interoperable European high speed rail network linking its capitals and major cities, for which sufficient funding is needed. Complementing existing high speed lines with passenger lines at a minimum line speed of 160 km/h should in return lead to network effects, a more coherent network and an increased number of passengers travelling by rail. Double-track infrastructure should be encouraged for railway infrastructure suffering from bottlenecks. The completion of a high-performance network will also facilitate the development and introduction of new or different models of capacity allocation, for example interval-service timetables enabled by the Timetable Redesign (TTR) initiative.

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Amendment  37

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 40

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(40) A more sustainable, resilient and reliable rail freight network across Europe should be established to contribute to the competitiveness of combined transport. The infrastructure for combined railway transport and of terminals should be upgraded to ensure that intermodal transport is primarily done by rail, inland waterways or short-sea shipping and that any initial and/or final legs carried out by road are as short as possible.

(40) A more sustainable, resilient and reliable rail freight network across Europe should be established to contribute to the competitiveness of multimodal and of combined transport. The infrastructure for combined railway transport and of terminals should be upgraded to ensure that intermodal transport is primarily done by rail, inland waterways or short-sea shipping and that any initial and/or final legs carried out by road are as short as possible.

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Amendment  38

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 41

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(41) Given the fact that the deployment of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) in Europe is accelerating, and several Member States have already adopted plans to deploy ERTMS on their entire national rail networks by 2040, there is a need to take account of this paradigm shift and set a more ambitious ERTMS deployment deadline for the comprehensive network.

(41) Given the fact that the deployment of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS), both onboard and trackside equipment, in Europe is in need of acceleration, whilst recognising that several Member States have already adopted plans to deploy ERTMS on their entire national rail networks by 2040, there is a need to take account of slow progress to date and set a more ambitious ERTMS deployment deadline for the comprehensive network.

(Ex AM 38( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  39

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 42

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(42) ERTMS should be deployed in a continuous manner not only on the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, including in the urban nodes, but also on access routes to multimodal terminals. This will enable operations with ERTMS only and boost the business case of railway undertakings.

(42) ERTMS should be deployed in a continuous manner, and should be synchronised between onboard and trackside equipment, not only on the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, including in the urban nodes, but also on access routes to multimodal terminals. Synchronised means a coordinated approach in time and place between infrastructure rollout and the rollout of onboard units of trains. This will enable operations with ERTMS only and boost the business case of railway undertakings. Under no circumstance should it be possible for a new railway project that is not planning ERTMS deployment to be financed by Union funds.

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Amendment  40

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 43

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(43) As deployment of a radio-based ERTMS further contributes to the elimination of national rules affecting operation, Member States should ensure that only radio-based ERTMS will be deployed from 2025 and the entire trans-European transport network equipped with radio-based ERTMS by 2050.

(43) As deployment of ERTMS further contributes to the elimination of national rules affecting operation, Member States should ensure that ERTMS will be fully deployed from 2025 and the entire trans-European transport network equipped with ERTMS by 2050. Since Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) technology is promising in terms of quality of service and cost of deployment, development initiatives should be carried out to enable its use in the future. Space technologies could also be used for a faster and less costly deployment.

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Amendment  41

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 44

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(44) ERTMS deployment should be coupled with a regulatory deadline for decommissioning of class B systems trackside, thus making ERTMS the only signalling system used in Member States. Decommissioning of class B systems trackside will bring about significant maintenance savings for infrastructure managers, as deploying ERTMS and keeping additional trackside systems for a prolonged period is very costly and complicated. Class B systems should be removed in a coordinated way with a sufficient transitional period, by 2040, allowing the railway undertakings to anticipate the change and adopt the most suitable migration strategy. ERTMS, being a system, requires a synchronised deployment both trackside and on-board and full system benefits only occur when both trains and trackside are equipped.

(44) ERTMS deployment should be coupled with a regulatory deadline for decommissioning of class B systems trackside, thus making ERTMS the only signalling system used in Member States. Decommissioning of class B systems trackside will bring about significant maintenance savings for infrastructure managers, as deploying ERTMS and keeping additional trackside systems for a prolonged period is very costly and complicated. Class B systems should be removed in a coordinated way with a sufficient transitional period, by 2040, allowing the railway undertakings to anticipate the change and adopt the most suitable migration strategy. ERTMS, being a system, requires a synchronised deployment both trackside and on-board and full system benefits including safety benefits, only occur when both trains and trackside are equipped. The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), in close cooperation with the horizontal priority coordinator and taking into account the advice of European Union Agency for Railways (ERA), is well placed to contribute to a consistent, synchronised and widespread implementation of ERTMS.

(Ex AM 41( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  42

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 44 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(44 a) The useful life of rail equipment, including ERTMS, is around thirty years on average, which entails a long amortisation period for investments that, although constituting a brake on the renewal of equipment, is a major economic criterion for the balance of transactions carried out. The frequent evolution of the technical specifications of interoperability limits the lifespan of the equipment in an unpredictable way for the actors of the rail and can consequently constitute a deterrent to investment. It is therefore necessary to tend towards a situation of normative stability and allow, when possible, retrocompatibility of the different system versions.

(Ex AM 42( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  43

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 44 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(44 b) While the Smart and Sustainable Mobility Strategy sets ambitious targets in terms of high speed network, doubling high-speed rail traffic volume by 2030 and tripling it by 2050, this Regulation should also aim to improve rail high-speed connectivity between capitals and major cities of Europe, in particular by completing missing high-speed rail links in the core and extended core networks.

(Ex AM 43( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  44

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 44 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(44 c) Complementary to high speed trains, night trains represent a sustainable way of cross-border travelling between European cities, making use of existing rail infrastructure. For its full potential to be fulfilled across the Union, it is necessary that capacity management duly incorporates the specific need for international travel slots and ensures an optimised coexistence between cargo trains and night trains.

(Ex AM 44( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  45

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 44 d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(44 d) The Union set itself several targets for shifting goods from road to rail. With the finalisation of the TEN-T core network in 2030, the Union is expected to finally have a high capacity infrastructure at its disposal, which would enable it to achieve the target as set out in the Smart and Sustainable Mobility Strategy. However, managing this high-capacity European infrastructure in the current system of 25 national infrastructure managers is challenging when it comes to cross-border operations. Since already now more than 50% of rail-freight operations are crossing at least one national border, the legacy system of managing the infrastructure became a considerable capacity bottleneck on its own. Solving this problem requires a European approach and therefore, the Commission should consider submitting a a proposal for a European system of rail traffic management which should be responsible for cross border train operations and which should have the authority to guarantee seamless cross-border operations on the trans-European transport network.

(Ex AM 45( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  46

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 45

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(45) Inland waterways in Europe are characterised by a heterogeneous hydro-morphology which hampers a coherent performance for all waterway stretches. Inland waterways, especially free flowing stretches, may be heavily impacted by climate and weather conditions. In order to ensure reliable international traffic, while respecting the hydro-morphology and applicable environmental legislation, TEN-T requirements should take into account the specific hydro-morphology of each waterway (for example free-flowing or regulated rivers) as well as the objectives of environmental and biodiversity policies. Such an approach should be considered at river basin level.

(45) Inland waterways in Europe are characterised by a heterogeneous hydro-morphology which hampers a coherent performance for all waterway stretches. Inland waterways, especially free flowing stretches, may be heavily impacted by climate and weather conditions. In order to ensure reliable international traffic, while respecting the hydro-morphology and applicable environmental legislation, TEN-T requirements should take into account the specific hydro-morphology of each waterway (for example free-flowing or regulated rivers) as well as the objectives of environmental and biodiversity policies. Such an approach should be considered at corridor or river basin level and, where needed, be tailored to a more granular level, in particular at waterway section level.

(Ex AM 391( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1266\1266991EN.docx)

Amendment  47

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 45 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(45a) Good navigation status should be defined by the natural characteristics of free flowing river basins and no major new interventions nor dredging works, which could have a negative impact on biodiversity, should be encouraged in order to enable navigability.

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Amendment  48

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 45 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(45 b) Good navigation status should be defined in close cooperation with the Member States concerned and, where applicable, the river navigation commissions.

(Ex AM 46( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  49

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 45 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(45 c) Greater efficiency of cross-border commercial transport operations on inland waterways should be encouraged, including the development of data exchanges in order to enable cooperation mechanisms between Member States, such as Inland Waterways Managers.

(Ex AM 46( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  50

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 45 d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(45 d) Particular attention should be given while building new inland waterway infrastructure to avoid potential barriers to the connectivity of free-flowing rivers and biodiversity loss.

(Ex AM 47( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  51

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 46

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(46) Being the entry and exit points for the land infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, maritime ports play an important role as cross-border multimodal nodes which serve not only as transport hubs, but also as gateways for trade, industrial clusters and energy hubs, for example with regard to the deployment of off-shore wind installations.

(46) Being the entry and exit points for the land infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, maritime ports play an important role as cross-border multimodal nodes which serve not only as transport hubs, but also as gateways for trade, industrial clusters and increasingly as energy hubs, for example with regard to the deployment of off-shore wind installations. Synergies between trans-European transport network  and trans-European  networks for energy should be increased. While ensuring an open and stable framework for investors is essential for the development of European maritime ports, particular attention should be paid to investments in these ports since they play a strategic role for the  security and strategic autonomy of the Union.

(Ex AM 48( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  52

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 48

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(48) Road transport in the Union accounts for three-quarters of the total inland freight transport (based on tonne-kilometres performed) and for around 90% of the total inland passenger transport (based on the total number of passenger kilometres). Given the importance of road transport and the commitment to improve road safety in line with the milestone of the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, there is a need to enhance the road infrastructure from the safety point of view.

(48) Road transport in the Union accounts for three-quarters of the total inland freight transport (based on tonne-kilometres performed) and for around 90% of the total inland passenger transport (based on the total number of passenger kilometres). Given the importance of road transport and the commitment to improve road safety in line with the milestone of the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, there is a need to enhance the road infrastructure from the safety point of view, as well as to adapt it to sustainability and digitalisation standards ensuring the highest safety standards. The improvement of operational safety throughout the life cycle of vulnerable infrastructure, in particular infrastructure facing vulnerabilities (i.e. tunnels, bridges) is of outmost importance to guarantee quality road infrastructure in the trans-European transport network.

(Ex AM 49( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  53

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 48 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(48 a) In order to guarantee access to adequate resting facilities for professional drivers, Members States should do their utmost to deploy a sufficient number of safe and secure parking areas for commercial vehicles along the whole trans-European transport network in the Union.

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Amendment  54

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 48 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(48 b) In order to drastically reduce the cases of extremely long border waiting times for road freight transport, the Commission should consider submitting a proposal to significantly reduce border waiting times for road freight transport through the introduction of an Union-wide standard maximum time for processing and controls of heavy-duty vehicles at Union borders. The aim should be to reach an average of 1-minute for processing and controls of EU registered heavy-duty vehicles.

(Ex AM 51( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  55

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 48 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(48 c) The Commission and the responsible agencies should take all measures at their disposal in order to enable cross-border operations for all modes of transport on the TEN-T network without undue interruptions due to administrative, operational, safety, technical or interoperability reasons. In addition, Member States should engage in multilateral discussions, facilitated by the Coordinator of the respective corridor, in order to solve disputes related to cross-border operations for all modes of transport on the TEN-T network. The responsible Coordinator should inform yearly about any dispute to the European Parliament and the national Parliaments concerned.

(Ex AM 52( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  56

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 48 d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(48 d) Further to a network-wide road safety assessment, Member States should classify all sections of the road network covered by the Directive 2008/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council1a in no fewer than three categories. An exemption from the transport infrastructure requirements should only be granted if the road has been classified within the categories that ensure a high level of safety.

 

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1a Directive 2008/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008 on road infrastructure safety management (OJ L 319, 29.11.2008, p. 59).

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Amendment  57

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 49

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(49) The trans-European transport network should ensure efficient multimodality in order to allow better and more sustainable modal choices to be made for passengers and freight and in order to enable large volumes to be consolidated for transfers over long distances. Multimodal terminals should play a key role to meet this objective.

(49) The trans-European transport network should ensure efficient multimodality in order to allow better and more sustainable modal choices to be made for passengers and freight and in order to enable large volumes to be consolidated for transfers over long distances, in particular by rail. Multimodal terminals should play a key role to meet this objective. Insufficient punctuality has been a major obstacle to making multimodality an attractive option for the transport of freight and passengers. Efficient management of traffic flows as well as the increase in capacity of the infrastructure will enable rail to play its full part in improving the functioning of the intermodal transport chain.

(Ex AM 53( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  58

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 49 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(49a) Passenger traffic and numbers of passengers on TEN-T corridors will need to increase. Passengers should have a seamless user experience when searching, selecting and buying their transport services, including through multimodal ticketing.

(Ex AM 54( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  59

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 50

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(50) Urban nodes play an important role on the trans-European transport network as starting point or final destination ("last mile") for passengers and freight moving on the trans-European transport network and are points of transfer within or between different transport modes. It should be ensured that capacity bottlenecks and an insufficient network connectivity within urban nodes do no longer hamper multimodality along the trans-European transport network.

(50) Urban nodes play an important role on the trans-European transport network as starting point or final destination ("last mile") for passengers and freight moving on the trans-European transport network and are points of transfer within or between different transport modes, and to local and regional transportation. It should be ensured that capacity bottlenecks and an insufficient network connectivity within urban nodes do no longer hamper multimodality along the trans-European transport network. Urban nodes should also encourage the increase of the modal share of sustainable transport modes, such as public transport or active modes.

(Ex AM 55( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  60

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 51

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(51) As an effective single framework for tackling urban mobility challenges, urban nodes should develop a Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP), which is a long-term, all-encompassing integrated freight and passenger mobility plan for the entire functional urban area22 . It should include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility services, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities.

(51) As an effective single framework for tackling urban mobility challenges, urban nodes should develop a Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP), which is a long-term, all-encompassing integrated freight and passenger mobility plan for the entire functional urban area. Coordination and harmonisation of SUMPs should be encouraged. It should include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and accessibility to mobility services, including for vulnerable road users and for persons with disabilities or reduced mobility, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities. The data collected should be disaggregated based on age, gender and disability, where possible, to ensure that the data is representative of all users and their differing needs and patterns of mobility, as well as properly considers the differing impact of transport and transport infrastructure on the population.

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22 The SUMP concept was first proposed in the 2013 EU Urban mobility package (COM(2013)913 final, Annex I)

 

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Amendment  61

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 52

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(52) Member States should establish a national SUMP support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of SUMPs and improving coordination among regions, cities and towns. It should support regions and urban areas to develop high-quality SUMPs and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the SUMP implementation through legislative measures, guidance, capacity building, assistance and possibly financial support.

(52) Member States should establish a national SUMP support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of SUMPs and improving coordination among regions, cities and towns. It should support regions and urban areas to develop high-quality SUMPs and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the SUMP implementation through legislative measures, guidance, capacity building, assistance and possibly financial support. The Commission should be able to update the list of urban nodes in Annex II at the request of a Member State, with the previous agreement of the urban nodes alongside the European Transport Corridor concerned, with the aim of improving territorial balance and accelerating the transition to a more sustainable mobility.

(Ex AM 57( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  62

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 52 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(52 a) Each Member State should put in place a national SUMP support programme and designate a national SUMP contact point with the aim of strengthening governance and increasing nation-wide ownership, planning and uptake of sustainable urban mobility policies, and improving coordination among regions, cities, and towns. The national contact point should develop national guidance for urban mobility planning based on the European SUMP Guidelines, provide technical assistance and expert support for the preparation and implementation of SUMPs, monitor progress, review and provide advice to improve the quality of SUMPs within their Member State. They should also promote the national network of cities, regions and towns to foster peer-learning and to disseminate good practices, implement training programmes and organise and coordinate communication campaigns related to SUMPS.

(Ex AM 58( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  63

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 52 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(52 b) The promotion of active modes in urban nodes contributes to the Union's climate goals, improves public health, reduces congestion, offers last mile solution for passengers and provides economic benefits. Therefore , when planning new transport infrastructure, as well as maintenance and upgrading works in respect of the existing infrastructure, in urban nodes, account should be taken of active mode infrastructures, including walking and cycling infrastructures.

(Ex AM 59( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  64

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 54

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(54) Multimodal digital mobility services help to enhance the integration of the different transport modes by combining several transport offers into one. Their further development should contribute to nudge behaviours towards the most sustainable modes, public transport and active modes such as walking and cycling.

(54) Multimodal digital mobility services help to enhance the integration of the different transport modes by combining several transport offers into one. Their further development should contribute to nudge behaviours towards the most sustainable modes, public transport and active modes such as walking and cycling, and unlock the full benefits of “Mobility as a Service” solutions. Moreover, urban infrastructure planning should be developed in accordance with Union standards on road safety. Standards for safety of cycling and walking infrastructure should be developed to increase the shift to more sustainable modes of transport.

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Amendment  65

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 55 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(55a) Since this Regulation aims to create state-of-the art infrastructure, the trans-European transport network should be equipped with the necessary ICT systems, which would enable the introduction of targeted risk-based checks, and contactless and paperless non-discriminatory inspections based on access to real-time digital data on drivers, operators, commercial vehicles and cargo. All such checks and inspections should be carried out in a fully non-discriminatory way.

(Ex AM 61( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  66

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 57

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(57) Adequate planning of the trans-European transport network is required. This also entails the implementation of specific requirements throughout the network in terms of infrastructure, ICT systems, equipment and services, including the requirements for the alternative fuel infrastructure rollout as defined in Regulation (EU) […] of the European Parliament and of the Council [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure]23 . It is therefore necessary to ensure adequate and concerted deployment of such requirements across Europe for each transport mode and for their interconnection across the trans-European transport network and beyond, in order to obtain the benefits of the network effect and to make efficient long-range trans-European transport operations possible. In order to ensure the deployment of alternative fuels across the entire road network of the trans-European transport network in line with the targets set in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure], references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘extended core network’ and ‘comprehensive network’ as defined in this Regulation.

(57) Adequate planning of the trans-European transport network is required. This also entails the implementation of specific requirements throughout the network in terms of infrastructure, ICT systems, equipment and services, including the requirements for the alternative fuel infrastructure rollout as defined in Regulation (EU) […] of the European Parliament and of the Council [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure]23. It is therefore necessary to ensure adequate and concerted deployment of such requirements across Europe for each transport mode and for their interconnection across the trans-European transport network and beyond, in order to obtain the benefits of the network effect and to make efficient sustainable long-range trans-European transport operations possible. In order to ensure the deployment of alternative fuels across the entire road network of the trans-European transport network in line with the targets set in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure], references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘extended core network’ and ‘comprehensive network’ as defined in this Regulation.

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23 Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council of […] on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure, and repealing Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L […]).

23 Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council of […] on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure, and repealing Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L […]).

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Amendment  67

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 58

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(58) The trans-European transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation, such as 5G infrastructure, which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the European transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means, make public or greener transport means more attractive for passengers, and reduce its carbon footprint. This will contribute towards the objectives of the European Green Deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the Union. In order to achieve those objectives, the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-European transport network.

(58) The trans-European transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation, allowing for real-time data and information exchange, such as 5G infrastructure, which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the European transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means, make public or greener transport means more attractive for passengers, and reduce its carbon footprint. This will contribute towards the objectives of the European Green Deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the Union. In order to achieve those objectives, the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-European transport network.

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Amendment  68

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 59

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(59) A sufficient number of fast recharging points for light and heavy-duty vehicles accessible to the public should be deployed across the trans-European transport network. This aim should ensure full cross-border connectivity and allow electric vehicles to circulate throughout the Union. Distance-based targets for the trans-European transport network as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] are to ensure a minimum of sufficient coverage of electric recharging points along the Union’s main road networks.

(59) A sufficient number of fast recharging and hydrogen refuelling points for light and heavy-duty vehicles accessible to the public should be deployed across the trans-European transport network. This aim should ensure full cross-border connectivity. Distance-based targets for the trans-European transport network as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] are to ensure a minimum of sufficient coverage of electric recharging and hydrogen refuelling points along the Union’s main road networks.

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Amendment  69

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 60

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(60) Publicly accessible recharging infrastructure along the trans-European transport network as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be complemented with requirements on the deployment of recharging infrastructure in multimodal terminals and for multimodal passenger hubs, to provide charging opportunities for long haul trucks when they are being loaded or unloaded or when the driver is taking a rest or for busses in multimodal passenger hubs. In order to ensure free circulation, where the terminals or passenger hubs receive Union or public support, the access for purposes of charging, should be on fair, transparent and non-discriminatory basis, so as to avoid market lock in for specific enterprises or possible distortions of competition. Pricing should be made on transparent and non-discriminatory basis for all authorised undertakings or persons, where the charging infrastructure is build using Union or public funding.

(60) Publicly accessible recharging and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure along the trans-European transport network as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be complemented with requirements on the deployment of the corresponding infrastructure in multimodal terminals and for multimodal passenger hubs, to provide charging and hydrogen refuelling opportunities for long haul trucks when they are being loaded or unloaded or when the driver is taking a rest or for busses in multimodal passenger hubs. In order to ensure free circulation, where the terminals or passenger hubs receive Union or public support, the access for purposes of charging and hydrogen refuelling, should be on a fair, affordable, transparent and non-discriminatory basis, so as to avoid market lock in for specific enterprises or possible distortions of competition. Pricing should be made on transparent and non-discriminatory basis for all authorised undertakings or persons, where the infrastructure is build using Union or public funding.

(Ex AM 65( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  70

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 61 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(61 a) Member States should carry out a climate and environmental vulnerability test and risk assessment of their existing critical infrastructure of transport and provide for all the necessary measures in order to ensure the long-term functioning and increase the resilience of the trans European transport networks.

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Amendment  71

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 62

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(62) Taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the Covid-19 pandemic25 and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future, Member States should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, human-made disasters and other disruptions affecting the functioning of the Union transport system, when planning infrastructure. To that aim, the European Transport Corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. In addition, due to their multimodal nature, one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies.

(62) Taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the Covid-19 pandemic25 and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future, Member States should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, human-made disasters, geopolitical changes and other disruptions affecting the functioning of the Union transport system, when planning infrastructure. To that aim, existing bottlenecks should be removed and the European Transport Corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. In addition, due to their multimodal nature, one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies.

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25 Communication on the implementation of the Green Lanes under the Guidelines for border management measures to protect health and ensure the availability of goods and essential services; C(2020)1897 final (OJ C 96 I, 24.3.2020, p. 1) and Communication of 28 October 2020 from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council and the Council on “upgrading the transport Green Lanes to keep the economy going during the COVID-19 pandemic resurgence”; COM(2020)685 final.

25 Communication on the implementation of the Green Lanes under the Guidelines for border management measures to protect health and ensure the availability of goods and essential services; C(2020)1897 final (OJ C 96 I, 24.3.2020, p. 1) and Communication of 28 October 2020 from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council and the Council on “upgrading the transport Green Lanes to keep the economy going during the COVID-19 pandemic resurgence”; COM(2020)685 final.

(Ex AM 67( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  72

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 62 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(62 a) Member States should establish, in cooperation with the Commission and the European Coordinators, “Green Lanes” to ensure the efficiency and functioning of transport infrastructures for the traffic flow of essential goods and of people in case of emergency.

(Ex AM 68( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  73

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 63

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(63) The participation of undertakings, including those, which are owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country, including those, which are established in a third country, can accelerate the realisation of the trans-European transport network. However, under specific circumstances, the participation of or contribution by undertakings owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country to projects of common interest might compromise security and public order in the EU. Without prejudice and in addition to the cooperation mechanism pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2019/45226 , greater awareness of such participation or contribution is necessary to allow intervention of public authorities if it appears that they are likely to affect security or public order in the Union and the participation or contribution does not fall under the scope of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

(63) Transport infrastructure is the backbone of the economy and society as a whole, some are critical to ensure the good-functioning of vital societal functions, and therefore are a pillar of the strategic autonomy in the Union. In this context, the participation of undertakings, including those, which are owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country, including those, which are established in a third country, can accelerate the realisation of the trans-European transport network. However, under specific circumstances, the participation of or contribution by undertakings owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country to projects of common interest might compromise security, public order or strategic autonomy in the EU. Investments, interests and presence of third country-owned companies in European strategic - and sometimes even military - infrastructure, such as ports, airports and container terminals, are increasing. Such increasing foreign presence in European strategic infrastructure risks undermining the resilience of our Union. Therefore, especially in view of the new security situation on our continent, it is crucial that the Union adopts with priority, a stringent strategic approach towards the development and revision of the trans-European transport network and prevents any third country presence that is likely to affect security or public order in the Union. Without prejudice and in addition to the cooperation mechanism pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2019/45226 , greater awareness of such participation or contribution is necessary to allow intervention of public authorities if it appears that they are likely to affect security or public order in the Union and the participation or contribution does not fall under the scope of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

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26 Regulation (EU) 2019/452 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 March 2019 establishing a framework for the screening of foreign direct investments into the Union (OJ L 79I , 21.3.2019, p. 1).

26 Regulation (EU) 2019/452 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 March 2019 establishing a framework for the screening of foreign direct investments into the Union (OJ L 79I , 21.3.2019, p. 1).

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Amendment  74

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 64

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(64) While maintenance is and will remain the main responsibility of the Member States, it is important that the trans-European transport network – once built – is properly maintained to ensure a high quality of services. A life cycle approach should be followed when planning and procuring infrastructure projects.

(64) While maintenance is and will remain the main responsibility of the Member States, it is important that the trans-European transport network – once built – is properly maintained to ensure a high quality of services. A life cycle approach should be followed when planning and procuring infrastructure projects, and should be taken into account in order to receive funding from the CEF. Maintenance works should be conducted in compliance with Commission Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/2075.

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Amendment  75

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 66

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(66) European Transport Corridors should help to develop the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network in such a way as to address bottlenecks, enhance cross-border connections and improve efficiency and sustainability. They should contribute to cohesion through improved territorial cooperation. They should also address wider transport policy objectives and facilitate interoperability, modal integration and multimodal operations. The corridor approach should be transparent and clear and the management of such corridors should not create additional administrative burdens or costs.

(66) European Transport Corridors should help to develop the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network in such a way as to address bottlenecks, administrative burden, enhance cross-border connections, in particular for rail, and improve efficiency and sustainability. They should contribute to cohesion through improved territorial cooperation, including with neighbouring countries. They should also address wider transport policy objectives and facilitate interoperability, modal integration and multimodal operations. The corridor approach should be transparent and clear and the management of such corridors should not create additional administrative burdens or costs. The European Transport Coordinators should also encourage the establishment of integrated management structures, including joint ventures, aimed at accelerating the implementation of cross-border infrastructure projects.

(Ex AM 71( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  76

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 67

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(67) In agreement with the Member State concerned, European Coordinators should facilitate the coordinated implementation of the European Transport Corridors and of the two horizontal priorities, ERTMS and European Maritime Space. They should facilitate measures to design the right governance structure and to identify the priority investments along the European Transport Corridors and of the two horizontal priorities.

(67) In agreement with the Member State concerned, and after consulting the neighbouring countries concerned, European Coordinators should facilitate the coordinated implementation of the European Transport Corridors and of the two horizontal priorities, ERTMS and European Maritime Space. They should facilitate measures to design the right governance structure and to identify the priority investments along the European Transport Corridors and of the two horizontal priorities.

(Ex AM 72( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  77

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 69

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(69) The work plans of the European Coordinators should be used to promote cooperation between all relevant stakeholders, to strengthen complementarity with actions by Member States and infrastructure managers and in particular to set the milestones and priorities for investments. Based on the work plans, the Commission should adopt implementing acts setting out the priorities for infrastructure planning and for funding.

(69) The work plans of the European Coordinators should be used to promote cooperation between all relevant stakeholders, including where appropriate relevant stakeholders from neighbouring countries. They should strengthen complementarity with actions by public authorities and infrastructure managers and in particular set the milestones and priorities for investments. Based on the work plans, the Commission should adopt implementing acts setting out the priorities for infrastructure planning and for funding in the Member States. Funding from the Union cannot be granted if priorities laid down at European level are not respected.

(Ex AM 73( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  78

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 69 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(69 a) In order to avoid stranded assets in Member States, due to significant delays on TEN-T projects in neighbouring countries, the Commission should closely monitor the planning, the start and the completion of work of the projects on the networks, as set in the implementing acts. The Commission should submit annual reports to the European Parliament and national Parliaments. In the event of significant delays, that is delays of more than 2 years, the Commission should immediately launch infringement procedures.

(Ex AM 74( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  79

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 69 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(69 b) The European Coordinator may cooperate with relevant international organisations, such as the Transport Community established under the Transport Community Treaty1a in the field of road, rail, inland waterway and maritime transport, as well as the development of the transport network between the European Union and the South East European Parties.

 

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1a OJ L 278, 27.10.2017, p. 3.

(Ex AM 75( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  80

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 69 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(69 c) Based on the work plans, the Union should also be able to conclude high-level agreements with the neighbouring countries concerned, setting out the priorities for infrastructure planning and for funding on their territory.

(Ex AM 76( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  81

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 70

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(70) The technical basis of the maps specifying the trans-European transport network is provided by the interactive geographical and technical information system for the trans-European transport network (TENtec).

(70) The technical basis of the maps specifying the trans-European transport network is provided by the interactive geographical and technical information system for the trans-European transport network (TENtec), provides the technical basis of the maps reflecting the evolution of the trans-European transport network with a view of achieving the corresponding final goals reflected in Annex I and in the lists of Annex II of this Regulation.

(Ex AM 77( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  82

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 70 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(70 a) Military mobility aims to harmonise rules across the Member States and to explore the potential of a civilian-military (“dual use”) approach to infrastructure development in order to reinforce the Union’s defence and resilience.

(Ex AM 78( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  83

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 71 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(71 a) Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has confirmed the urgent need to strengthen the Union’s ability to move military forces at the necessary scale and speed and to step up efforts to substantially enhance military mobility. As highlighted by the EU “Strategic Compass for Security and Defence” adopted by the Council on 21 March 2022,- For a European Union that protects its citizens, values and interests and contributes to international peace and security – the Union needs to strengthen dual-use transport infrastructure across the trans-European transport network in order to promote rapid and seamless movement of military personnel, material and equipment for operational deployments and exercises, including humanitarian transport, and to substantially decrease red tape through simplified and uniform administrative procedures, especially for customs requirements. There is a dedicated budget for dual-use transport infrastructure projects under the CEF for the period 2021-2027 (CEF II). However, the limited budget allocation for Military Mobility, representing a budget of EUR 1,69 billion, as adopted in 2020, should be substantially and rapidly increased in order to adapt the TEN-T network to the new geopolitical landscape and improve dual civil and defence use across the Union.

(Ex AM 79( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  84

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 72

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(72) In order to maximise consistency between the guidelines and the programming of the relevant financial instruments available at Union level, trans-European transport network funding should comply with this Regulation and be based, in particular, on Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council29 . In addition, network funding should also build on funding and financing instruments provided under other Union law, including InvestEU, the Recovery and Resilience Facility, Cohesion Policy, Horizon Europe and other financing instruments established by the European Investment Bank. To enable the financing of projects of common interest, references to ‘multimodal logistics platforms’, ‘motorways of the sea’ and ‘telematic applications’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be respectively construed as references to ‘multimodal freight terminals’, ‘European Maritime Space’ and ‘ICT systems for transport’ as defined in this Regulation. For the same purpose, references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be construed as including ‘extended core network’ as defined in this Regulation.

(72) In order to maximise consistency between the guidelines and the programming of the relevant financial instruments available at Union level, trans-European transport network funding should comply with this Regulation and be based, in particular, on Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council29 . In addition, network funding should also build on funding and financing instruments provided under other Union law, including InvestEU, the Recovery and Resilience Facility, Cohesion Policy, Horizon Europe, Innovation Fund, and other financing instruments established by the European Investment Bank. To enable the financing of projects of common interest, references to ‘multimodal logistics platforms’, ‘motorways of the sea’ and ‘telematic applications’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be respectively construed as references to ‘multimodal freight terminals’, ‘European Maritime Space’ and ‘ICT systems for transport’ as defined in this Regulation. For the same purpose, references to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be construed as including ‘extended core network’ as defined in this Regulation, unless a Member State has already completed its core network.

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29 Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 7 July 2021 establishing the Connecting Europe Facility and repealing Regulations (EU) No 1316/2013 and (EU) No 283/2014 (OJ L 249, 14.7.2021, p. 38).

29 Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 7 July 2021 establishing the Connecting Europe Facility and repealing Regulations (EU) No 1316/2013 and (EU) No 283/2014 (OJ L 249, 14.7.2021, p. 38).

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Amendment  85

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 73 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(73 a) The current budget of the Connecting Europe Facility 2021-2027 (CEF II) has proven insufficient given the rising needs of the transport sector and the new geopolitical context as well as the enhanced TEN-T infrastructure requirements. The Commission and Member States should explore new funding opportunities and plan an ambitious successor programme to CEF II for the MFF post-2027, with reinforced funding. This CEF III should be properly funded and significantly increased, and include a dedicated “external transport” envelope in order to increase cooperation with third countries in terms of cross-border projects and infrastructure deployment.

(Ex AM 81( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  86

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 73 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(73 b) An increased budget and resources should also be reflected and proportional to the increase of competences and roles of the relevant European agencies, including the European Railway Agency.

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Amendment  87

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 73 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(73 c) The Commission should ensure that the European Coordinators have sufficient resources and support to perform the tasks prescribed to them in this legislation: Particularly with an increased scope of the coordinators’ roles and their cross-border responsibilities, the Commission should allocate sufficient budget and personnel to European Coordinators.

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Amendment  88

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 74 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(74 a) The inclusion of transport nodes (ports, airports, and urban nodes) in Annexes I and II entails the application of other EU legal acts. In order to provide legal certainty and to enable long-term strategic planning, it is essential to keep the network as stable as possible and avoid exclusions, by taking into account their European added value for the internal market and their geostrategic relevance to the Union’s defence.

(Ex AM 84( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  89

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 77

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(77) In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this Regulation, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission as regards implementing acts which specify reference water levels and minimum requirements per river basin (good navigation status), which define a single entity for the construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest, which establish a methodology for the urban mobility data to be collected by Member States and implementing acts for each work plan of the European Transport Corridors and the two horizontal priorities as well as for the implementation of specific sections of the European Transport Corridor or for the implementation of specific transport infrastructure requirements of the European Transport Corridor or of the horizontal priorities. Those powers should be exercised in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council32 .

(77) In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this Regulation, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission as regards implementing acts which specify reference water levels and minimum requirements per corridor, per river basin or per waterway section (good navigation status), which define a single entity for the construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest, which establish a methodology for the urban mobility data to be collected by Member States and implementing acts for each work plan of the European Transport Corridors and the two horizontal priorities, as well as for the implementation of specific sections of the European Transport Corridor or for the implementation of specific transport infrastructure requirements of the European Transport Corridor or of the horizontal priorities. Those powers should be exercised in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council32.

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32 Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by Member States of the Commission's exercise of implementing powers (OJ L 55, 28.2.2011, p. 13).

32 Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by Member States of the Commission's exercise of implementing powers (OJ L 55, 28.2.2011, p. 13).

(Ex AM 85( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  90

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 2 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. This Regulation applies to the trans-European transport network as shown on the maps set out in Annex I. The trans-European transport network comprises transport infrastructure, including infrastructure for the deployment of alternative fuels, ICT systems for transport as well as measures promoting the efficient management and use of such infrastructure and permitting the establishment and operation of sustainable and efficient transport services.

1. This Regulation applies to the trans-European transport network as shown on the maps set out in Annex I. The trans-European transport network comprises transport infrastructure, including infrastructure for the deployment of alternative fuels and ICT systems for transport according to Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council and Directive 2010/40/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council, respectively.

(Ex AM 86( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  91

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) 'bottleneck' means a physical, technical, functional, operational or administrative barrier which leads to a system break affecting the continuity of long-distance or cross-border flows;

(e) 'bottleneck' means a physical, technical, functional, operational or administrative barrier which leads to a system break, congestion or standstills in either direction of traffic, or recurrent interruptions of long-distance or cross-border flows;

(Ex AM 87( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  92

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) 'urban node' means an urban area where elements of the transport infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, such as ports including passenger terminals, airports, railway stations, bus terminals, logistic platforms and facilities and freight terminals, located in and around the urban area, are connected with other elements of that infrastructure and with the infrastructure for regional and local traffic;

(f) 'urban node' means a functional urban area where elements of the transport infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, such as ports including passenger terminals, airports, railway stations, bus terminals, infrastructure for active modes, multimodal freight hubs and facilities, train turnaround terminals and freight terminals, located in or around the urban area, are connected with other elements of that infrastructure and with the infrastructure for regional and local and urban traffic of passengers and freight;

(Ex AM 88( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  93

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point k

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(k) 'interoperability' means the ability, including all the regulatory, technical and operational conditions, of the infrastructure, including digital infrastructure in a transport mode or segment, to allow safe and uninterrupted traffic and information flows which achieve the required levels of performance for that infrastructure mode or segment;

(k) 'interoperability' means the ability, including all the regulatory, technical, administrative and operational conditions, of the infrastructure, including digital infrastructure in a transport mode or segment, as well as between different modes, to allow safe and uninterrupted traffic and information flows which achieve the required levels of performance for that infrastructure mode or segment;

(Ex AM 89( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  94

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point l

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(l) ‘multimodal passenger hub’ means a connection point between at least two transport modes for passengers, where travel information, access to public transport and transfers between modes, including Park and Ride stations and active modes, are ensured and which act as an interface between urban nodes and longer-distance transport networks;

(l) ‘multimodal passenger hub’ means a connection point between at least two transport modes for passengers, where travel information, access to public transport and transfers between modes, including Park and Ride stations and active modes, are ensured and which act as an interface within and between urban nodes and longer-distance transport networks;

(Ex AM 90( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  95

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point m

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(m) 'multimodal freight terminal' means a structure equipped for transhipment between at least two transport modes or between two different rail systems, and for temporary storage of freight, such as terminals in inland or maritime ports, along inland waterways, in airports as well as rail road terminals, including multimodal logistics platforms as referred to in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153;

(m) 'multimodal freight terminal' means a structure equipped for transhipment between at least two transport modes or between two different rail or barge systems, and for temporary storage of freight, such as terminals in inland or maritime ports, along inland waterways, in airports as well as rail road terminals, including multimodal logistics platforms as referred to in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153;

(Ex AM 91( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  96

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point n

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(n) 'logistic platform' means an area which is directly linked to the transport infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, which includes at least one freight terminal and enables logistics activities to be carried out;

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(Ex AM 92( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  97

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point p

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(p) ‘active modes’ means the transport of people or goods, through non-motorised means, based on human physical activity;

(p) ‘active modes’ means the transport of people or goods, through non-motorised means, based on human physical activity or by a combination of electric motor and human power;

(Ex AM 93( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  98

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point q

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(q) ’ICT systems for transport' means information and communications technology systems and applications using information, communication, navigation or positioning/localisation technologies, enabling to process, store and exchange the data and information needed to manage infrastructure, mobility and traffic on the trans-European transport network effectively, to report relevant information to authorities and to provide value-added services to citizens, shippers and operators, including systems for resilient, safe, secure, environmentally sound and capacity-efficient use of the network. They include systems, technologies and services referred to in points (r) to (x) and may also include on-board devices with corresponding infrastructure components;

(q) ’ICT systems for transport' means information and communications technology systems and applications using information, communication, navigation or positioning/localisation technologies, including space based technologies, enabling to process, store and exchange the data and information needed to manage infrastructure, mobility and traffic on the trans-European transport network effectively, to report relevant information to authorities and to provide value-added services to citizens, shippers and operators, including systems for resilient, safe, secure, environmentally sound and capacity-efficient use of the network. They include systems, technologies and services referred to in points (r) to (x) and may also include on-board devices with corresponding infrastructure components;

(Ex AM 94( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  99

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point v

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(v) ‘Air Traffic Management / Air Navigation Service System(ATM/ANS System) means systems and constituents used for the provision of air traffic management or air navigation services or both;

(v) ‘Air Traffic Management (ATM)' means the aggregation of the airborne, ground-based and space-based functions and services (air traffic services, airspace management and air traffic flow management) required to ensure the safe and efficient movement of aircraft during all phases of operations;

(Ex AM 95( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  100

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point w

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(w) 'European Rail Traffic Management System' (ERTMS) means the system defined in the Annex, point 2.2, to the Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/91938 ;

(w) 'European Rail Traffic Management System' (ERTMS) means the system defined in the Annex, point 2.2, to the Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/91938 , and in the context of implementation deadlines, it refers to the two existing ERTMS parts: ETCS and GSM-R/GPRS/FRMCS;

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38 Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/919 of 27 May 2016 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘control-command and signalling’ subsystems of the rail system in the European Union (OJ L 158, 15.6.2016, p. 1).

38 Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/919 of 27 May 2016 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘control-command and signalling’ subsystems of the rail system in the European Union (OJ L 158, 15.6.2016, p. 1).

(Ex AM 96( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  101

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point x

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(x) 'radio-based ERTMS’ means ERTMS of level 2 or level 3 that uses radio to pass movement authorities to the train pursuant to Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/91939 ;

(x) 'radio-based ERTMS’ means the radio based train control system ETCS application level 2 or level 3 that can be used with or without a class B system and with or without lineside signals and uses radio (GSM-R/GPRS/FRMCS) to pass all safety and non-safety related data exchange between track and train pursuant to Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/91939;

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39 Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/919 of 27 May 2016 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘control-command and signalling’ subsystems of the rail system in the European Union (OJ L 158, 15.62016, p.1).

39 Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/919 of 27 May 2016 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘control-command and signalling’ subsystems of the rail system in the European Union (OJ L 158, 15.62016, p.1).

(Ex AM 602 (Or. EN) of FdR TRAN\AM\1267\1267153EN.docx)

Amendment  102

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point y a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ya) 'free-flowing river' means a river that supports connectivity of water, sediment, nutrients, matter and organisms within the river system and with surrounding landscapes, in all of the following four dimensions: longitudinal (connectivity between up- and downstream); lateral (connectivity to floodplain and riparian areas); vertical (connectivity to groundwater and atmosphere); and temporal (connectivity based on seasonality of fluxes);

(Ex AM 97( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  103

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point z

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(z) ‘maritime port’ means an area of land and water made up of such infrastructure and equipment so as to permit, principally, the reception of waterborne vessels, their loading and unloading, the storage of goods, the receipt and delivery of those goods and the embarkation and disembarkation of passengers, crew and other persons and any other infrastructure necessary for transport operators within the port area;

(z) ‘maritime port’ means an area of land and water made up of such infrastructure and equipment so as to permit, principally, the reception of sea-going vessels, their loading and unloading, the storage of goods, the receipt and delivery of those goods and the embarkation and disembarkation of passengers, crew and other persons and any other infrastructure necessary for transport operators within the port area;

(Ex AM 98( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  104

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point aa

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(aa) ‘short-sea shipping’ means the movement of cargo and passengers by sea between ports situated in geographical waters of Member States or between a port situated in waters of Member States and a port situated in waters of a neighbouring third country having a coastline on the enclosed seas bordering waters of the Union;

(aa) ‘short-sea shipping’ means the movement of cargo and passengers by sea between ports situated in geographical waters of one or several Member States or between a port situated in waters of Member States and a port situated in waters of a neighbouring third country having a coastline on the seas bordering waters of one or several Member States;

(Ex AM 99( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  105

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point aj

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(aj) ‘maintenance’ means activities that have to be undertaken routinely, periodically or in emergency situations in order to be able to use the asset over its expected service life cycle with the same level of service and safety, in line with this Regulation;

(aj) ‘maintenance’ means activities and works that have to be undertaken routinely or periodically with the intention of maintaining the condition and capability of existing infrastructure during its lifetime in order to ensure high level of services and safety, in line with this Regulation;

(Ex AM 100( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  106

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point an a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(an a) ‘project authorising decision’ means the decision or a set of decisions, which may be of an administrative nature, taken simultaneously or successively by an authority or by authorities of a Member State, not including administrative and judicial appeal authorities, under a national legal system and administrative law that determine whether or not a project promoter is entitled to implement the project on the geographical area concerned on the trans-European transport network, without prejudice to any decision taken in the context of an administrative or judicial appeal procedure in accordance with Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council (the "Smart TEN-T Directive");

(Ex AM 101( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  107

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point an b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(an b) ‘designated authority’ means the authority which is the point of contact for the project promoter and which facilitates the efficient and structured processing of permit-granting procedures in accordance with Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council (the “Smart TEN-T Directive”);

(Ex AM 102( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  108

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point an c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(an c) ‘critical infrastructure’ means an asset, system or part thereof used for transport purposes and located in one or more Member States which is essential for the maintenance of vital societal functions, health, safety, security, defence, economic or social well-being of people, and the disruption or destruction of which would have a significant impact in a Member State as a result of the failure to maintain those functions;

(Ex AM 103( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  109

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point an d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(an d) ‘EuroVelo’ means the European network of long-distance cycle routes that cross and connect the European continent, including the 17 EuroVelo routes in the network;

(Ex AM 104( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  110

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point an e (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(an e) ‘network connectivity index’ means an index which indicates the level of integration achieved through the use of services on each transport network and showing their potential, composed of weighted connectivity indexes for the main transport modes which identify the consistency, the quality, non-discriminatory access for all market participants, the diversity of the offer as well as the inter-modality possibilities between transport modes.

(Ex AM 105( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  111

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point an f (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(an f) ‘significant delay’ means projects, operational and technical standards on the core, extensive and comprehensive network which are delayed for more than two years in relation to the implementing deadlines laid down in this Regulation, and in implementing acts provided for therein;

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Amendment  112

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The trans-European transport network shall strengthen the social, economic and territorial cohesion of the Union and contribute to the creation of a single European transport area which is sustainable, efficient and resilient and which increases the benefits for its users and supports inclusive growth. It shall demonstrate European added value by contributing to the objectives laid down in the following four categories:

2. The trans-European transport network shall strengthen the social, economic and territorial cohesion of the Union and contribute to the creation of a single European transport area which is competitive, sustainable, efficient and resilient and which increases the benefits for its users and supports inclusive growth. It shall demonstrate European added value by contributing to the objectives laid down in the following four categories:

(Ex AM 107( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  113

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) promotion of zero-emission mobility in line with the relevant Union CO2 reduction targets;

(i) promotion of zero- and low-emission mobility in line with the relevant Union CO2 reduction targets;

(Ex AM 108( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  114

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) enabling greater use of more sustainable modes of transport, including by further developing a long-distance rail passenger network at high speed and a fully interoperable rail freight network, a reliable inland waterway and short-sea shipping network across the Union;

(ii) enabling greater use of more sustainable modes of transport, including by further developing a fully interoperable long-distance rail passenger network at high speed and a fully interoperable rail freight network, a reliable inland waterway and short-sea shipping network for passengers and freight across the Union;

(Ex AM 109( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  115

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point iv

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iv) reduction of external costs including those related to environment, health, congestion and accidents;

(iv) reduction of negative externalities including those related to environment, climate, health, congestion and accidents;

(Ex AM 110( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  116

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point v a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(v a) contribution to the deployment of decarbonisation technologies, including through alternative fuels infrastructure, and optimization of synergies with the Regulation (EU) 2022/869 of the European Parliament and of the Council1a;

 

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1a Regulation (EU) 2022/869 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 May 2022 on guidelines for trans-European energy infrastructure, amending Regulations (EC) No 715/2009, (EU) 2019/942 and (EU) 2019/943 and Directives 2009/73/EC and (EU) 2019/944, and repealing Regulation (EU) No 347/2013 (OJ L 152, 3.6.2022, p. 45).

(Ex AM 111( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  117

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point v b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(v b) promotion of active modes infrastructure;

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Amendment  118

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, including outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

(i) accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, paying particular attention to outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

(Ex AM 113( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  119

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) reduction of infrastructure quality gaps between Member States;

(ii) reduction of infrastructure quality gaps while increasing the capacity of the network within and between Member States;

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Amendment  120

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point iii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iii) for both passenger and freight traffic, efficient coordination and interconnection between transport infrastructure for, on the one hand, long-distance traffic and, on the other, regional and local traffic and transport services in urban nodes;

(iii) for both passenger and freight traffic, efficient coordination and interconnection between transport infrastructure for, on the one hand, long-distance traffic and, on the other, regional and local traffic in order to improve transport services, including in urban nodes;

(Ex AM 115( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  121

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point iv a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(iv a) European digital interoperable systems for management of all transport modes networks;

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Amendment  122

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point iv b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(iv b) increase the network connectivity index;

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Amendment  123

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) the removal of infrastructure bottlenecks and the bridging of missing links, both within the transport infrastructures and at connecting points between these, within Member States' territories and between them;

(i) the removal of infrastructure bottlenecks and the bridging of missing links, both within the transport infrastructures and at connecting points between these, within Member States' territories and between Member States, and connecting, where appropriate, to neighbouring third countries;

(Ex AM 118( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  124

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point iii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iii) the interoperability of national, regional and local transport networks;

(iii) the interoperability of European, national, regional and local transport networks through common European technical and operational rules and standards, technical equipment requirements, staff certification, including such as the use of a single Union-wide language for cross-border rail transport;

(Ex AM 119( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  125

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point vii a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vii a) optimisation of the capacity of the rail network;

(Ex AM 120( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  126

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point vii b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vii b) continuous and efficient maintenance programs;

(Ex AM 121( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  127

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point vii c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vii c) greater coordination on infrastructure works between Member State for cross-border projects;

(Ex AM 122( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  128

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point vii d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vii d) eliminating bottle-necks sections, in particular for cross-border links;

(Ex AM 123( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  129

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) ensuring the accessibility for and meeting the mobility and transport needs of users, taking into account in particular the needs of people in situations of vulnerability, including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility and people living in remote regions, including the outermost regions and islands;

(i) ensuring the accessibility for and meeting the mobility and transport needs of users, taking into account in particular the needs of people in situations of vulnerability, including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility and people living in remote regions, including the outermost regions and islands, and in rural and sparsely populated areas, thereby preventing and mitigating mobility poverty;

(Ex AM 124( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  130

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) ensuring safe, secure and high-quality standards, including quality of services to the users, for both passenger and freight transport;

(ii) ensuring safe, secure and high-quality standards, including quality of services to the users, for both passenger and freight transport, as well as good working conditions for workers;

(Ex AM 125( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  131

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point v

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(v) ensuring the resilience of infrastructure, in particular on cross-border sections;

(v) ensuring the resilience of infrastructure, in particular on cross-border sections and critical infrastructure;

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Amendment  132

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point vi a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vi a) ensuring, where relevant, the adaptation of parts of the trans-European transport network for the dual use of the infrastructure to address both civilian and defence needs, paying particular attention to key routes of geostrategic importance for the Union;

(Ex AM 127( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  133

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point vi b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vi b) supporting seamless mobility in the Union through the implementation and strict enforcement of the common technical and operational standards of the infrastructure;

(Ex AM 128( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  134

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point vi c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vi c) ensuring common European digital and interoperable systems for passengers information and ticketing and freight transport coordination;

(Ex AM 129( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  135

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point vi d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vi d) ensuring provision of data necessary for digital management of networks;

(Ex AM 130( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  136

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point vi e (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vi e) ensuring adequate maintenance that ensures the quality of the transport infrastructure, and maximises the life cycle value for money invested in infrastructure;

(Ex AM 131( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  137

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – title

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Resource-efficient network and environmental protection

Resource-efficient, resilient network and environmental protection

(Ex AM 132( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  138

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(a a) the development and application of common European rules for implementation of common projects especially in cross border sections;

(Ex AM 133( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  139

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) the optimisation of infrastructure integration and interconnection;

(b) the optimisation of infrastructure integration and interconnection in order to foster multimodality;

(Ex AM 134( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  140

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) the taking into account of possible synergies with other networks, in particular the trans-European energy or telecommunication networks;

(f) the taking into account of possible synergies with other networks, including active modes, in particular the trans-European energy or telecommunication networks including the whole electric grid in order to ensure consistency between the recharge infrastructure planning and the respective grid planning ; synergies with the EuroVelo network or network identified in EU Military Requirements for Military Mobility;

(Ex AM 135( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  141

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) the development of green, sustainable and climate resilient infrastructure designed to minimise the negative impact on the health of citizens living around the network, the environment and degradation of ecosystems;

(g) the development of green, sustainable and climate resilient infrastructure, including infrastructure dedicated to active modes, designed to minimise the negative impact on the health of citizens living around the network, the environment, air and noise pollution, and degradation of ecosystems;

(Ex AM 136( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  142

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point h

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(h) the adequate consideration of the resilience of the transport network and its infrastructure with regard to a changing climate as well as natural hazards and human-made disasters, as well as intentional disruptions with a view to addressing those challenges;

(h) the adequate consideration of the resilience of the transport network and its critical infrastructure with regard to a changing climate as well as natural hazards, geopolitical changes and human-made disasters, as well as intentional disruptions including by natural persons or undertakings from third countries, with a view to addressing those challenges; particular consideration shall be given to critical infrastructure, in order to ensure supply in times of disruptions;

(Ex AM 137( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  143

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. The environmental assessment of plans and projects shall be carried out in accordance with Council Directive 92/43/EEC49 , Directives 2000/60/EC50 , 2001/42/EC51 , 2002/49/EC52 , 2009/147/EC53 and 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council54 . For the projects of common interest for which the environmental assessment has not yet been carried out at the date of entry into force of this Regulation, it should also include the assessment of the compliance with the “do no significant harm” principle.

3. The environmental assessment of plans and projects shall be carried out in accordance with Council Directive 92/43/EEC49, Directives 2000/60/EC50, 2001/42/EC51, 2002/49/EC52, 2009/147/EC53 and 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council54. For the projects of common interest for which the environmental assessment has not yet been carried out at the date of entry into force of this Regulation, it should also include the assessment of the compliance with the “do no significant harm” principle. Those environmental assessments shall be carried out in strict compliance with the maximum timeframe set in the Smart TEN-T Directive.

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49 Council Directive 92/43/EEC of 21 May 1992 on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora (OJ L 206, 22.7.1992, p. 7).

49 Council Directive 92/43/EEC of 21 May 1992 on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora (OJ L 206, 22.7.1992, p. 7).

50 Directive 2000/60/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy (OJ L 327, 22.12.2000, p. 1).

50 Directive 2000/60/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy (OJ L 327, 22.12.2000, p. 1).

51 Directive 2001/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 June 2001 on the assessment of the effects of certain plans and programmes on the environment (OJ L 197, 21.7.2001, p. 30).

51 Directive 2001/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 June 2001 on the assessment of the effects of certain plans and programmes on the environment (OJ L 197, 21.7.2001, p. 30).

52 Directive 2002/49/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 June 2002 relating to the assessment and management of environmental noise (OJ L 189 18.7.2002, p. 12).

52 Directive 2002/49/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 June 2002 relating to the assessment and management of environmental noise (OJ L 189 18.7.2002, p. 12).

53 Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 November 2009 on the conservation of wild birds (OJ L 20, 26.1.2010, O. 7).

53 Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 November 2009 on the conservation of wild birds (OJ L 20, 26.1.2010, O. 7).

54 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

54 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

(Ex AM 138( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  144

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 6 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. The core and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the trans-European transport network which shall be developed as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives for the development of the trans-European transport network.

3. The core and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the trans-European transport network which shall be developed by the Member States as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives for the development of the trans-European transport network. In order to comply with all deadlines, Member States shall ensure the completion of the core network has priority over the completion of the extended core and comprehensive networks;

(Ex AM 139( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  145

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

At the request of a Member State or Member States concerned, in duly justified cases, the Commission may grant exemptions from the requirements of point b, for specific projects deemed essential to ensure necessary military mobility across the Union in line with article 47a of this Regulation.

(Ex AM 140( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  146

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. A project of common interest encompasses its entire cycle, including feasibility studies and permission procedures, construction, operation and evaluation.

3. A project of common interest encompasses its entire cycle, including feasibility studies and permission procedures, construction, operation (including maintenance) and evaluation.

(Ex AM 141( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  147

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. Member States shall take all necessary measures to ensure that the projects are carried out in compliance with relevant Union and national law, in particular with Union legal acts on the environment, climate protection, safety, security, competition, state aid, public procurement, public health and accessibility as well as legislation on non-discrimination.

4. Member States shall take all necessary measures to ensure that the projects are carried out in compliance with relevant Union and national law.

(Ex AM 142( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  148

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. The Commission may require Member States by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest. The relevant European Coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board or in both of that single entity.

5. The Commission may require Member States by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the planning, construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest. The relevant European Coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board or in both of that single entity.

(Ex AM 143( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  149

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 5 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

5 a. Member States shall take all necessary measures to ensure that the projects are maintained in such a way that they provide the same level of service and safety, and ensure sufficient capacity, throughout their lifetime.

(Ex AM 144( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  150

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 5 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

5 b. Member States shall take all necessary measures to ensure continuity in investment for transport project of common interest. In case of discontinuing or downsizing investment, Member States shall justify their decision, based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis, to the Commission.

(Ex AM 145( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  151

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 5 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

5 c. Where specific permit-granting procedures for priority projects exist under national law, Member States shall ensure that projects of common interest which are part of the core network are handled under those procedures, where and in the manner such treatment is provided for in national legislation applicable to the corresponding types of transport infrastructure. To ensure efficient administrative procedures related to projects of common interest, project promoters and all authorities concerned shall ensure that the most rapid treatment legally possible is given to these projects.

(Ex AM 146( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  152

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 5 d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

5 d. By ... [6 months from the date of entry into force of this Regulation] the Commission shall establish, though an implementing act, a harmonised methodology for the socio-economic cost-benefit analysis of projects of common interest referred to in paragraph 2 and paragraph 5b of this Article. That methodology shall enable a transparent, comparative appraisal of different project proposals under life cycle assessments, including the prioritisation of projects in terms of European added value, notably as regards cross-border sections, missing links, multimodal connecting points and bottlenecks.

(Ex AM 147( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  153

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) promote the extension of the trans-European transport network policy into third countries;

(a) promote the extension of the trans-European transport network policy into third countries, including for the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure;

(Ex AM 148( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  154

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) facilitate maritime transport and promote short-sea shipping routes with third countries;

(e) facilitate maritime transport and promote short-sea shipping routes with third countries, including third countries in direct proximity to the Union’s outermost regions;

(Ex AM 149( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  155

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(h a) facilitate railway transport with third countries.

(Ex AM 150( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  156

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 9 – paragraph 1 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

1 a. In the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MMF) 2028-2035, a budget envelope dedicated to “external transport” shall be created in the CEF III, in order to increase cooperation with third countries in terms of cross-border projects and infrastructure deployment. That new financial envelope shall be at least 30 % of the amount of the current CEF programme and shall be provided under Heading 5 (Security and Defence) and Heading 6 (Neighbourhood and the world) of the MFF.

(Ex AM 151( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  157

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 10 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The core network and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the comprehensive network which shall be developed as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives of the trans-European transport network policy. References to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 shall be construed as including ‘extended core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] shall be construed as references to ‘core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] shall be construed as references to ‘extended core network’ and ‘comprehensive network’ as defined in this Regulation.

2. The core network and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the comprehensive network which shall be developed as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives of the trans-European transport network policy. References to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 shall be construed as including ‘extended core network’ as defined in this Regulation, until a Member State has already completed its core network. Once a Member state has completed its core network, references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 shall be construed as including ‘extended core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] shall be construed as references to ‘core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] shall be construed as references to ‘extended core network’ and ‘comprehensive network’ as defined in this Regulation.

(Ex AM 152( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  158

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 11 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Member States shall take the appropriate measures for the European Transport Corridors to be developed in order to comply with the provisions of this Regulation, by 31 December 2030 for their infrastructure which is part of the core network, unless specified otherwise, and by 31 December 2040 for their infrastructure which is part of the extended core network, unless specified otherwise.

2. Member States shall take the appropriate measures for the European Transport Corridors to be developed in order to comply with the provisions of this Regulation, by 31 December 2030 for their infrastructure which is part of the core network, unless specified otherwise in this Regulation, and by 31 December 2040 for their infrastructure which is part of the extended core network, unless specified otherwise in this Regulation.

(Ex AM 153( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  159

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) increasing freight and passenger transport activity of more sustainable modes of transport in view of a reduction of GHG emissions from transport;

(a) increasing the share of freight and passenger transport activity of more sustainable modes of transport in view of a reduction of GHG emissions and pollution from transport;

(Ex AM 154( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  160

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) ensuring enhanced accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union while taking into consideration territorial and social cohesion as well as the specific case of the outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

(b) ensuring enhanced accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union while taking into consideration territorial and social cohesion, and in particular the specific case of the outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

(Ex AM 155( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  161

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) bridging missing links and removing bottlenecks, particularly in cross-border sections;

(d) bridging missing links and removing bottlenecks, particularly in relation to in cross-border sections or cross border links within the meaning of Regulation (EU) 2021/1153;

(Ex AM 156( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  162

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) deploying the necessary infrastructure which ensures a seamless circulation of zero-emission vehicles;

(e) deploying the necessary infrastructure which ensures a seamless circulation of zero- and low-emission vehicles, vessels and aircrafts using alternative fuels as defined in Regulation (EU) [  ] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure];

(Ex AM 157( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  163

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) promoting the efficient and sustainable use of the infrastructure and, where necessary, increasing capacity;

(f) promoting the efficient, seamless and sustainable use of the infrastructure and, where necessary, increasing capacity;

(Ex AM 158( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  164

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) keeping existing infrastructure operational and improving or maintaining its quality in terms of safety, security, efficiency of the transport system and transport operations, climate and disaster resilience, environmental performance, and the continuity of traffic flows;

(g) keeping existing infrastructure operational and optimizing, maintaining, consolidating and upgrading its quality in terms of safety, security, efficiency of the transport system and transport operations, resilience of critical infrastructure as well as climate and disaster resilience, environmental performance, and the continuity of traffic flows;

(Ex AM 159( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  165

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point h

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(h) improving the quality of services and social conditions for transport workers, accessibility for all users, including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility and other people in situations of vulnerability;

(h) improving the quality of services and social conditions for transport workers, accessibility for all users, including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility and other people in situations of vulnerability, preventing and mitigating mobility poverty;

(Ex AM 160( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  166

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(h a) ensuring the implementation and strict enforcement of the common operational and technical standards;

(Ex AM 161( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  167

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) implementing and deploying ICT systems for transport.

(i) implementing and deploying ICT systems for transport and enabling digital enforcement.

(Ex AM 162( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  168

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(i a) ensuring that sufficient capacity for rail passenger and freight is reserved on the corridors, with a fair share for each, following the integration of Rail Freight Corridors into the European Transport Corridors;

(Ex AM 163( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  169

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point i b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(i b) seeking synergies across all modes of transport, including active modes, and removing barriers to active mobility, when infrastructure is being upgraded or newly built;

(Ex AM 164( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  170

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point i c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(i c) adapting, where necessary, the infrastructure to a dual use in order to address both civilian and defence needs, paying particular attention to strategic infrastructure of the Union;

(Ex AM 165( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  171

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point i d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(i d) updating and, where relevant, constructing new infrastructure, notably to increase capacity for more sustainable modes of transport in accordance with paragraph 1 point (a) of this Article.

(Ex AM 166( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  172

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) contributing to transport emission reduction and increased energy security by promoting the use of zero-emission vehicles and vessels and renewable and low-carbon fuels, through the deployment of corresponding alternative fuels infrastructure;

(a) contributing to transport emission reduction and increased energy security by promoting the use of zero- and low-emission vehicles and vessels and renewable and low-carbon fuels, through the deployment of corresponding alternative fuels infrastructure in accordance with Regulation (EU) […][on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure];

(Ex AM 167( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  173

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) mitigating exposure of urban areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport;

(b) mitigating exposure of urban and rural areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport;

(Ex AM 168( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  174

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d a) ensuring equal access for all market participants on the TEN-T infrastructure.

(Ex AM 169( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  175

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point d b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d b) significant reduction of border waiting times for road freight transport;

(Ex AM 170( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  176

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point d c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d c) accelerating the construction of "projected new construction lines" in cross-border sections, through a single entity management and a fast track procedure, in order to increase rail freight traffic;

(Ex AM 171( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  177

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point d d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d d) increasing the resilience of the network, with a focus on critical infrastructure and dual-use infrastructure;

(Ex AM 172( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  178

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) the development of a high performance and fully interoperable rail freight network across the Union;

(a) the development of a high performance and seamless fully interoperable rail freight network across the Union;

(Ex AM 173( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  179

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) the development of a seamless inland waterways, aviation and maritime infrastructure system;

(c) the development of a seamless inland waterways, aviation and maritime infrastructure system for passengers and freight;

(Ex AM 174( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  180

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) the development of a safe and secure road network, with sufficient alternative fuel infrastructures;

(d) the development of a safe and secure road network, with sufficient alternative fuel infrastructures, and safe and secure truck parking areas;

(Ex AM 175( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  181

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) the development of improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions;

(e) the development of multimodal and interoperable transport solutions;

(Ex AM 176( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  182

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) the deployment of the necessary infrastructure which ensures a seamless circulation of zero-emission vehicles.

(g) the deployment of the necessary infrastructure which ensures a seamless circulation of zero- and low-emission vehicles, vessels and aircrafts, using alternative fuels as defined in Regulation (EU)[…] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure];

(Ex AM 177( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  183

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point g a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g a) the deployment of ICT systems on all modes on the network in order to ensure an efficient use of the infrastructure;

(Ex AM 178( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  184

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point g b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g b) the improvement of connections between the trans-European transport network and the infrastructure networks of neighbouring countries, as well as the improvement of transeuropean transport infrastructure on the territory of neigbouring countries.

(Ex AM 179( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  185

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(1a) By ... [date six months after the entry into force of this Regulation], the Commission shall complete a study on connecting all Union Capitals, chosen major cities and metropolitan areas with a railway high speed line network. The study shall be developed in cooperation with the Member States which will consult with stakeholders, and especially railway infrastructure managers. The study shall identify the financial instruments to finance the construction of the network. The conclusions of the study shall become the basis for the Member States to develop a European high speed network.

(Ex AM 180( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  186

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 14 – paragraph 1 – point f a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(f a) infrastructure related to alternative fuels facilities , as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure];

(Ex AM 181( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  187

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the comprehensive network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), by 31 December 2050:

2. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the comprehensive network by 31 December 2050:

(Ex AM 182( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  188

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) is fully electrified as regards line tracks and, to the extent necessary for electric train operations, as regards sidings;

(a) is electrified as regards line tracks and, to the extent necessary for electric train operations, as regards sidings;

(Ex AM 183( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  189

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) provides for a nominal track gauge for new railway lines of 1435 mm, except where the new line is an extension on a network the track gauge of which is different and detached from the main rail lines in the Union;

Deleted

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 6)

(Ex AM 184( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  190

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 – point d – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) on double track lines, at least 50% of the train paths for freight trains, and not less than two train paths per hour and direction, can be allocated to freight trains with a length of at least 740 m;

(i) on double track lines, at least 50% of the train paths for freight trains, and not less than two train paths per hour and direction, can be allocated to freight trains with a length of at least 740 m; in order to ensure seamless cross border operations, those train paths shall be aligned accordingly,

(Ex AM 185( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  191

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases including reasons of cost-efficiency of the service, exemptions for the comprehensive network to the requirements under paragraph 2, first subparagraph, points (a), (d), and (e) may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council1a, be coordinated with and agreed by the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

 

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1a Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

(Ex AM 186( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  192

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2 a. Without prejudice to paragraph 2, second subparagraph, Member States shall ensure that on the railway infrastructure of the comprehensive network, as of 1 December 2040, in case of construction of a new line, the requirement set out in paragraph 2, point (a), is complied with.

(Ex AM 187( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  193

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. The following exemptions apply:

3. Isolated networks are exempted from the requirements under paragraph 2.

(see EC amended proposal - point 6)

(a) isolated networks are exempted from the requirements under paragraph 2, points (a), (c), (d) and (e);

deleted

(b) at the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraph 2. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council58 , be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

deleted

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58 Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

 

 

(Ex AM 188( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  194

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the extended core network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), by 31 December 2040:

2. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the extended core network by 31 December 2040:

(Ex AM 189( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  195

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 – point -a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(-a) is fully electrified as regards line tracks and, to the extent necessary for electric train operations, as regards sidings;

(Ex AM 190( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  196

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) meets the requirements set out in Article 15(2), points (a) to (e), and of a prevailing minimum operational line speed of 100 km/h for freight trains on the freight lines of the extended core network;

(a) meets the requirements set out in Article 15(2), points (c), (d) and (e)

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 7)

(Ex AM 191( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  197

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(a a) allows for a prevailing minimum operational line speed of 100 km/h for freight trains on the freight lines of the extended core network;

(Ex AM 192( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  198

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) meets the requirements set out in Article 15(2), points (a) and (b), on the passenger lines of the extended core network;

deleted

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 7)

(Ex AM 193( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  199

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases including reasons of cost-efficiency of the service, exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements set in this paragraph, except for the requirements set in Article 15, paragraph 2, points (c) and (d). Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council , be coordinated with and agreed by the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

(Ex AM 194( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  200

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2 a. Without prejudice to paragraph 2, second subparaph, Member States shall ensure that on the railway infrastructure of the extended core network network, as of 31 December 2030, in case of construction of a new line, the requirement set out in paragraph 2, point (-a), is complied with.

(Ex AM 195( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  201

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the core network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), by 31 December 2030:

3. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the core network by 31 December 2030:

(Ex AM 196( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  202

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point -a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(-a) is fully electrified as regards line tracks and, to the extent necessary for electric train operations, as regards sidings;

(Ex AM 197( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  203

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) meets the requirements set out in Article 15(2), points (a) to (d), and of a prevailing minimum operational line speed of 100 km/h for freight trains on the freight lines of the core network;

(a) meets the requirements set out in Article 15(2), points (c) and (d);

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 7)

(Ex AM 198( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  204

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point a a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(a a) allows for a prevailing minimum operational line speed of 100 km/h for freight trains on the freight lines of the core network;

(Ex AM 199( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  205

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) meets the requirements set out in Article 15(2), points (a) and (b), on the passenger lines of the core network;

deleted

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 7)

(Ex AM 200( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  206

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(b a) allows for a prevailing minimum line speed of 160 km/h for passenger trains on the passenger lines of the core network;

(Ex AM 201( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  207

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases where a Member State is affected by specific geographic or significant physical constraints which prevent the requirements set out in this paragraph, points (ab) and (ba), being complied with on the rail lines on the core network, exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of those requirements.

(Ex AM 202( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  208

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 3 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

3 a. Member States shall ensure that on the railway infrastructure of the core network network, as of 31 December 2025, in case of construction of a new line, the requirement set out in paragraph 3, point (-a), is complied with.

(Ex AM 203( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  209

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 4 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the core network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), by 31 December 2040:

4. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the core network by 31 December 2040:

(Ex AM 204( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  210

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 4 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) meets the requirement of paragraph 2, point (c), on the passenger lines of the core network.

deleted

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 7)

(Ex AM 205( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  211

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases including reasons of cost-efficiency of the service, exemptions to the requirement set out in point (a) of this paragraph may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council, and be coordinated with and agreed by the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

(Ex AM 206( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  212

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. The following exemptions apply:

5. Isolated networks are exempted from the requirements under paragraph 2, 3 and 4;

(a) isolated networks are exempted from the requirements under paragraph 2, 3 and 4;

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(b) at the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraphs 2 to 4. Any exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797, be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

deleted

(Ex AM 207( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  213

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 5 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

5 a. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), meet the requirements of Article 15(2):

 

- on the core network by 31 December 2030;

 

- on the extended core network by 31 December 2040; and

 

- on the comprehensive network by 31 December 2050.

 

At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases including reasons of cost-efficiency of the service, exemptions in respect of the requirements set out in Article 15(2), points (a) and (e) may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council, be coordinated with and agreed by the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.;

 

At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases where specific geographic or significant physical constraints prevent such provision, exemptions to the requirement set out in Article 15(2), point (d) may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts.

(Ex AM 208( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  214

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16a – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission as amended by COM(2022)384

Amendment

1. Member States shall ensure that any new railway infrastructure of the comprehensive network, the extended network and the core network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), provides for the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm. That requirement is considered to be met when 1 435 mm track gauge trains can circulate on the infrastructure. For the purposes of this Article new railway infrastructure means any infrastructure for which construction works have not started on the date of entry into force of this Regulation.

1. Member States shall ensure that any new railway infrastructure of the comprehensive network, the extended core network and the core network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), provides for the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm. That requirement is considered to be met when 1 435 mm track gauge trains can circulate on the infrastructure. For the purposes of this Article new railway infrastructure means any infrastructure for which the authorising decision, as referred to in Article 2 of Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and of the Council, has not been taken on ... [the date of entry into force of this Regulation].

(see EC amended proposal - point 8)

(Ex AM 209( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  215

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16a – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission as amended by COM(2022)384

Amendment

2. Member States with a rail network, or a part thereof, with a track gauge different from that of the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm shall draw up, at the latest two years after the date of entry into force of this Regulation, a migration plan of the existing railway lines located on the European Transport Corridors to the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm. Such migration plan shall be coordinated with the neighbouring Member State(s) concerned by the migration.

2. Member States with a rail network, or a part thereof, with a track gauge different from that of the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm shall carry out an assessment, at the latest by ... [ date two years after the date of entry into force of this Regulation], assessing the viability of migration of the existing railway lines located on the European Transport Corridors to the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm. Such migration plan shall be coordinated with the neighbouring Member State or Member States concerned by the migration.

(see EC amended proposal - point 8)

(Ex AM 210( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  216

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16a – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission as amended by COM(2022)384

Amendment

3. Member States may identify in the migration plan the railway lines which will not migrate to the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm. The migration plan shall include a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis justifying the decision not to migrate the railway lines to the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm and an assessment of the impact on interoperability.

3. Based on the assessment under paragraph 2, the Member States shall draw up a migration plan, at the latest one year following the completion of the assessment, justifying  in the migration plan the railway lines which will not migrate to the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm. The migration plan shall include a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis justifying the decision not to migrate the railway lines to the European standard nominal track gauge of 1 435 mm and an assessment of the impact on interoperability and continuity of the railway network. In the case of cross-border sections, the request for exemption shall be coordinated and agreed with the neighboring Member State.

(see EC amended proposal - point 8)

(Ex AM 211( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  217

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16a – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission as amended by COM(2022)384

Amendment

4. The priorities for infrastructure and investment planning related to the migration plan shall be included in the first work plan of the European Coordinator for a European Transport Corridor of which the freight railway lines with a track gauge different from that of the European standard nominal track gauge is part, in accordance with Article 53.

4. The priorities for infrastructure and investment planning related to the migration plan shall be included in the first work plan of the European Coordinator for a European Transport Corridor of which the freight railway lines with a track gauge different from that of the European standard nominal track gauge is part, in accordance with Article 53.

 

(see EC amended proposal - point 8)

(Ex AM 212( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  218

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) ERTMS is equipped;

(a) ERTMS is equipped, whilst a synchronised and harmonised ERTMS deployment of tracksides and onboards is ensured;

(Ex AM 213( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  219

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the core network, the extended core network and the comprehensive network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), is equipped with radio-based ERTMS by 31 December 2050.

4. Member States shall ensure that the railway infrastructure of the core network, the extended core network and the comprehensive network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), is equipped with ERTMS by 31 December 2040.

(Ex AM 214( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  220

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. Member States shall ensure that on the railway infrastructure of the core network, the extended core network and the comprehensive network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), as of 31 December 2025, in case of construction of a new line or upgrade of the signalling system, radio-based ERTMS is being deployed.

5. Member States shall ensure that on the railway infrastructure of the core network, the extended core network and the comprehensive network, including connections referred to in Article 14(1), point (d), as of 31 December 2025, in case of construction of a new line or upgrade of the signalling system, ERTMS is being deployed.

(Ex AM 215( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  221

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of requirements referred to in paragraphs 1 to 5. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council59 , be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

For isolated networks, at the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of requirements referred to in paragraphs 1 to 5.

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59 Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

59 Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

(Ex AM 216( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  222

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 6 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

6 a. Member States shall timely inform the concerned parties about ERTMS deployment before the ETCS trackside deployment and before the decommissioning of class B systems.

(Ex AM 217( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  223

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 6 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

6 b. The Commission shall ensure the Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI CCS and TSI INF) are aligned with this Regulation, implying the alignment of provisions as well as the effective implementation.

(Ex AM 218( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  224

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 6 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

6 c. The Commission shall consider to provide, within two years from the date of entry in force of this Regulation, a legislative proposal for establishing a harmonised Rail Traffic Management System in order to improve cross-border operations on the trans-European transport network.

(Ex AM 219( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  225

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 18 – paragraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Member States shall ensure that, by 31 December 2030, the quality of services provided by infrastructure managers to railway undertakings, technical and operational requirements for infrastructure use and procedures related to border controls do not prevent the operational performance of rail freight services along the rail freight lines of the European Transport Corridors from meeting the following target values:

1. Member States shall ensure that, by 31 December 2030, the quality of services provided by infrastructure managers to railway undertakings and terminal operators, technical, administrative and operational requirements for infrastructure use and procedures related to border controls do not prevent the operational performance of rail freight services along the rail freight lines of the European Transport Corridors from meeting the following target values:

(Ex AM 220( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  226

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) for each internal Union cross-border section, the dwelling time of all freight trains crossing the border does not exceed 15 minutes on average. Dwelling time of a train on a cross-border section means the total additional transit time that can be attributed to the existence of the border crossing, irrespective of the underlying causes, such as police border controls and procedures or considerations of infrastructural, operational, technical and administrative nature, without taking into account the time that cannot be attributed to the border crossing, such as operational procedures carried out in facilities located in the proximity of the border crossing but not intrinsically related to it;

(a) for each internal Union cross-border section, the dwelling time of all freight trains crossing the border does not exceed 15 minutes. Dwelling time of a train on a cross-border section means the total additional transit time that can be attributed to the existence of the border crossing, irrespective of the underlying causes, such as police border controls and procedures or considerations of infrastructural, operational, technical and administrative nature, without taking into account the time that cannot be attributed to the border crossing, such as operational procedures carried out in facilities located in the proximity of the border crossing but not intrinsically related to it;

(Ex AM 221( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  227

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 18 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(b a) at least 90% of the passenger trains crossing at least one border of a European Transport Corridor arrive at their destination, or at the external Union border if their destination is outside the Union, at their scheduled time or with a delay of less than 30 minutes.

(Ex AM 222( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  228

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 18 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Member States shall modify, as appropriate, contractual agreements referred to in Article 30 of Directive 2012/34/EU and take appropriate measures in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 to meet the target values set out in points (a) and (b) of the first paragraph.

2. Member States shall modify, as appropriate, contractual agreements referred to in Article 30 of Directive 2012/34/EU and take appropriate measures in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 to meet the target values set out in points (a), (b) and (ba) of the first paragraph.

(Ex AM 223( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  229

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 18 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2 a. The Commission, in close cooperation with all the rail stakeholders, shall ensure that a digital capacity management system, which enables passenger and freight operators to book a cross-border train path across several Member States, will be developed by 31 December 2025. The capacity management system shall be operated by the European Railway Agency. Member States shall fully deploy the system on the European Transport Corridors, core and extended core networks by 31 December 2027.

(Ex AM 224( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  230

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point -a

 

Text proposed by the Commission (amended proposal)

Amendment

(a) migrating to the European standard nominal track gauge (1 435 mm),

(-a) migrating to the European standard nominal track gauge (1 435 mm),

(Ex AM 225( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  231

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) improving the safety of level crossings;

(b) improving the safety of level crossings, and where relevant, converting to railway overpasses or tunnels;

(Ex AM 226( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  232

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) where appropriate, connecting railway transport infrastructure with inland waterway port infrastructure;

(c) where appropriate, connecting railway transport infrastructure with inland waterway and maritime port, as well as airports infrastructure;

(Ex AM 227( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  233

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) developing and deploying innovative technologies for railways, building in particular on the work of the Shift2Rail and Europe’s Rail Joint Undertakings, notably automatic train operation, advanced traffic management, and digital connectivity for passengers based on ERTMS and digital automatic couplings as well as 5G connectivity;

(e) developing and deploying innovative technologies for railways, building in particular on the work of the Shift2Rail and Europe’s Rail Joint Undertakings, notably automatic train operation, including automated shunting and automated brake status testing, advanced traffic management, and digital connectivity for passengers and freight based on ERTMS and digital automatic couplings as well as 5G connectivity;

(Ex AM 228( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  234

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) when building or upgrading railway infrastructure, ensure the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian and cycling paths in order to promote the active modes of transport;

(f) when building or major upgrading railway infrastructure, ensure the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian and cycling paths in order to promote the active modes of transport;

(Ex AM 229( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  235

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) developing innovative alternative fuels technologies for railways, such as hydrogen for sections that are exempted from the electrification requirement.

(g) developing innovative alternative fuels technologies for railways, such as hydrogen or battery powered trains, for sections that are exempted from the electrification requirement, where the economic viability of such projects has been established on basis of a cost-benefit analysis;

(Ex AM 230( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  236

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point g a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g a) developing FRMCS technology in order to deploy an ERTMS based on satellite technology;

(Ex AM 231( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  237

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point g b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g b) developing inertial units for the geopositionning component of ERTMS;

(Ex AM 232( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  238

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point g c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g c) upgrading to double-track rail in bottlenecks sections suffering from capacity barriers;

(Ex AM 233( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  239

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) lakes;

(c) lakes and lagoons;

(Ex AM 234( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  240

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) inland ports, including basic port infrastructure in the form of internal basins, quay walls, berths, jetties, docks, dykes, backfills, land reclamation and the infrastructure necessary for transport operations within the port area and outside the port area;

(g) inland ports, including basic port infrastructure in the form of internal basins, quay walls, berths, jetties, docks, dykes, backfills, platforms, land reclamation and the infrastructure necessary for transport operations within the port area and outside the port area;

(Ex AM 235( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  241

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point h

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(h) associated equipment;

(h) associated equipment referred to in paragraph 2;

(Ex AM 236( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  242

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 21 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) are equipped with facilities to improve the environmental performance of vessels in ports, including reception facilities, degassing facilities, noise reduction measures, measures to reduce air and water pollution.

(c) are equipped with facilities to improve the environmental performance of vessels in ports, such as reception facilities, degassing facilities, noise reduction measures, measures to reduce air and water pollution.

(Ex AM 237( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  243

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Member States shall ensure that the inland waterway network, including connections referred to in Article 20(1), point (e), is maintained to enable efficient, reliable and safe navigation for users by ensuring minimum waterway requirements and levels of service and by preventing the deterioration of these minimum requirements or any of its defined underlying criteria (Good Navigation Status).

2. Member States shall ensure that the inland waterway network, including connections referred to in Article 20(1), point (e), is maintained to enable efficient, reliable and safe navigation for users by ensuring minimum waterway requirements and levels of service and by preventing the deterioration of these minimum requirements, and protecting and preventing deterioration of the current status of parts of the network that already exceed the minimum requirements, or any of its defined underlying criteria (Good Navigation Status).

(Ex AM 238( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  244

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 3 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Member States shall in particular ensure that:

3. Member States shall, by 31 December 2030, in particular, ensure that:

(Ex AM 239( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  245

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 3 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) Rivers, canals, lakes, inland ports and their access routes provide a navigable channel depth of at least 2.5 m and a minimum height under non-openable bridges of at least 5.25 m at defined reference water levels, which are exceeded at a defined number of days per year on a statistical average.

(a) Rivers, canals, lakes, lagoons, inland ports and their access routes provide a navigable channel depth of at least 2.5 m and a minimum height under non-openable bridges of at least 5.25 m at defined reference water levels, which are exceeded at a defined number of days per year on a statistical average. For any newly built or renovated non-openable bridge, Member States shall ensure that its height exceeds that of the lowest bridge of the river basin.

(Ex AM 240( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  246

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The reference water levels shall be established on the basis of the number of days per year on which the actual water level exceeded the specified reference water level. The Commission shall adopt implementing acts specifying the reference water levels referred to in the previous subparagraph per river basin. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 59(3).

The reference water levels shall be established on the basis of the number of days per year on which the actual water level exceeded the specified reference water level. The Commission shall adopt implementing acts, to be elaborated in close cooperation with such Member States and, if applicable, in consultation with river navigation commissions set up by international agreements, specifying the reference water levels referred to in the previous subparagraph per corridor, per river basin or per waterway section when necessary. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 59(3).

(Ex AM 241( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  247

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

When specifying the reference water levels the Commission shall take into account the requirements which are set out in international conventions and in agreements concluded between Member States.

When specifying the reference water levels the Commission shall take into account the requirements which are set out in international conventions and in agreements concluded between Member States, including in the regulations adopted by the river navigation commissions set up by such conventions and agreements, and consult the European coordinators of the European transport corridors concerned.

(Ex AM 242( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  248

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The Commission shall adopt implementing acts setting out requirements complementing the minimum requirements established in accordance with paragraph (3), point (a), second subparagraph, per river basin. These requirements may be related in particular to:

The Commission shall adopt implementing acts setting out requirements in cooperation with, where applicable, the respective river navigation commissions, complementing the minimum requirements established in accordance with paragraph (3), point (a), second subparagraph, per corridor, per river basin or per waterway section when necessary. These requirements may be related in particular to:

(Ex AM 243( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  249

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) deployment of alternative energy infrastructure to ensure corridor-wide access to alternative fuels;

(e) deployment of alternative energy infrastructure to ensure corridor-wide access to alternative fuels in compliance with the requirements of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure];

(Ex AM 244( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  250

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 – point h

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(h) introduction and promotion of new technologies and innovation for zero-carbon energy fuels and propulsion systems.

(h) introduction and promotion of new technologies and innovation for zero- and low-carbon energy fuels and propulsion systems.

(Ex AM 245( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  251

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. The Commission shall ensure a coherent approach on the application of the good navigation status in the Union and may adopt guidelines thereto. When establishing minimum requirements for paragraphs (e) and (f), the Commission shall ensure that the interoperability between river basins is not compromised.

6. The Commission shall ensure a coherent approach on the application of the good navigation status in the Union and may adopt guidelines thereto. When establishing minimum requirements for paragraphs (e) and (f), the Commission shall ensure that the interoperability between corridors or river basins is not unduly compromised.

(Ex AM 246( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  252

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(c a) improvement of digitalisation and automation processes of infrastructure and fleet, as well as the development of smart inland waterway infrastructure;

(Ex AM 247( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  253

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) modernisation and expansion of the capacity of the infrastructure necessary for transport operations within as well as outside the port area;

(d) modernisation and expansion of the capacity of the infrastructure, including mooring and rest places and their services, necessary for transport and mobility operations within as well as outside the port area and along the waterway;

(Ex AM 248( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  254

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) promoting and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of inland waterway transport and transport infrastructure, including zero and low emission vessels and measures to mitigate impacts on water bodies and water-dependent biodiversity, in accordance with the applicable requirements under Union law or relevant international agreements.

(e) promoting and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of inland waterway transport and transport infrastructure, including zero and low emission vessels using alternative and renewable fuels, as well as alternative, lower-impact vessels and measures to mitigate impacts on water bodies and water-dependent biodiversity, in accordance with the applicable requirements under Union law or relevant international agreements.

(Ex AM 249( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  255

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point e a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e a) developing and deploying means to monitor fairway conditions;

(Ex AM 250( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  256

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point e b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e b) providing active modes infrastructure alongside waterways;

(Ex AM 251( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  257

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point e c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e c) By ...[ two years after the entry into force of this Regulation], the Commission shall consider presenting a legislative framework, accompanied if appropriate by a legislative proposal, for facilitating cross-border commercial transport operation on inland waterways, including the development of data exchanges in order to enable cooperation mechanisms between Member States;

(Ex AM 252( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  258

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point e d (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e d) Member States shall ensure that any new inland waterway infrastructure avoids, where possible, potential barrier to longitudinal and lateral connectivity of free-flowing rivers and biodiversity loss.

(Ex AM 253( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  259

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 24 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. The European Maritime Space connects and integrates the maritime components described in paragraph 2 with the landside network through the creation or upgrading of short-sea shipping routes between two or more maritime ports on the Union territory or between one or more port(s) on the Union territory and a port on the territory of a neighbouring third country having a coastline on the enclosed seas bordering waters of the Union, and through the development of maritime ports on the Union territory and their hinterland connections to provide an efficient, viable and sustainable integration with other modes of transport.

1. The European Maritime Space connects and integrates the maritime components described in paragraph 2 with the landside network through the creation or upgrading of short-sea shipping routes between two or more maritime ports on the Union territory or between one or more port(s) on the Union territory and a port on the territory of a neighbouring third country having a coastline on the enclosed seas bordering waters of the Union or in the geographical area of outermost regions, and through the development of maritime ports on the Union territory and their hinterland connections to provide an efficient, viable and sustainable integration with other modes of transport.

(Ex AM 254( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  260

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 24 – paragraph 3 – point j

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(j) associated equipment, which may include, in particular, equipment for traffic and cargo management, for the reduction of negative effects on the environment, for improving energy efficiency, for the reduction of noise, and for the use of alternative fuels, as well as equipment to ensure year-round navigability, including ice-breaking, hydrological surveys, and for capital dredging and protection of the port and port approaches;

(j) associated equipment, which may include, in particular, equipment for traffic and cargo management, for the reduction of negative effects on the environment, for improving energy efficiency, for the reduction of noise, and for the use of alternative fuels, as well as equipment to ensure year-round navigability, including ice-breaking, hydrological surveys, and for dredging and protection of the port and port approaches;

(Ex AM 255( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  261

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 24 – paragraph 3 – point k a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(k a) dual-use infrastructure utilised for civilian and military purposes.

(Ex AM 256( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  262

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 24 – paragraph 4 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) it is located on an island and provides the sole point of access to a NUTS 3 region in the comprehensive network;

(c) it provides the sole point of access to a NUTS 3 region in the comprehensive network;

(Ex AM 257( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  263

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 24 – paragraph 4 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d a) it is included in the list set out in Annex II due to its geostrategic importance for the Union.

(Ex AM 258( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  264

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 25 – paragraph 2 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) maritime ports of the comprehensive network will be connected with the rail and road infrastructure and, where possible, inland waterways, except where specific geographic or significant physical constraints prevent such connection;

(a) maritime ports of the comprehensive network will be connected with the rail and road infrastructure and, where possible, with inland waterways,

(Ex AM 259( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  265

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 25 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(a a) the requirement of a rail connection shall not apply to maritime ports located on islands without a rail network;

(Ex AM 260( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  266

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 25 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) any maritime port of the comprehensive network that serves freight traffic offers at least one multimodal freight terminal which is open to all operators and users in a non-discriminatory way and which applies transparent and non-discriminatory charges;

(b) any maritime port of the comprehensive network that serves freight traffic offers at least one multimodal freight terminal inside the port or in its vicinity with a direct rail connection, which is open to all operators and users in a non-discriminatory way and which applies transparent and non-discriminatory charges;

(Ex AM 261( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  267

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 25 – paragraph 2 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) maritime ports of the comprehensive network connected to inland waterways are equipped with dedicated handling capacity for inland waterway vessels

(d) maritime ports of the comprehensive network connected to inland waterways are equipped with handling capacity for inland waterway vessels.

(Ex AM 261( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  268

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 25 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d a) Member States shall designate the entity responsible for the implementation of paragraph 2, points (a) and (b), based on each port’s governance and existing rail network structure.

(Ex AM 262( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  269

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) upgrading maritime access, such as breakwaters, sea channels, fairways, locks, capital dredging and navigational aids;

(a) upgrading maritime access, such as breakwaters, sea channels, fairways, locks, dredging and navigational aids;

(Ex AM 263( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  270

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) construction or upgrading basic port infrastructure, such as internal basins, quay walls, berths, jetties, docks, dykes, backfills and land reclamation;

(b) construction, maintenance or upgrading basic port infrastructure, such as internal basins, sustainable alternative fuels infrastructure, quay walls, berths, jetties, docks, dykes, backfills and land reclamation;

(Ex AM 264( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  271

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(b a) modernisation and expansion of the capacity of the rail infrastructure necessary for transport operations within, as well as outside, the port area;

(Ex AM 265( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  272

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) introduction and promotion of new technologies and innovation for zero and low carbon energy fuels and propulsion systems;

(d) introduction and promotion of new technologies and innovation for zero and low carbon energy fuels and propulsion systems, including wind propulsion;

(Ex AM 266( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  273

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) promoting zero and low emission vessels serving and operating short-sea shipping links, and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of maritime transport for port call or supply chain optimisation in accordance with the applicable requirements under Union law or relevant international agreements.

(g) promoting zero and low emission vessels serving and operating short-sea shipping links, and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of maritime transport for port call and supply chain optimisation in accordance with the applicable requirements under Union law or relevant international agreements.

(Ex AM 267( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  274

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point g a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g a) promoting ferry transport as a sustainable mode of passenger transport, including in urban nodes, where applicable;

(Ex AM 268( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  275

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point g b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g b) improving infrastructure with the aim of increasing the share of freight, including for short-sea shipping links, that transfers from road and air transport to maritime or inland waterways and rail transport, in order to reduce negative external costs such as emissions and congestion;

(Ex AM 269( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  276

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point g c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g c) improving access to outermost and other remote, insular and peripheral regions.

(Ex AM 270( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  277

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 28 – paragraph 1 – point a – point x

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(x) infrastructure mitigating impact on environment;

(x) infrastructure mitigating impact on environment, including fauna preservation or noise mitigation technologies;

(Ex AM 271( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  278

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 28 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) connections of the freight terminals and logistic platforms to the other modes in the trans-European transport network;

(e) connections of the freight terminals to the other modes in the trans-European transport network;

(Ex AM 272( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  279

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 28 – paragraph 1 – point f a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(f a) access routes and last mile connection to multimodal passenger hubs, including infrastructure for active modes.

(Ex AM 273( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  280

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) the safety of road transport infrastructure is ensured, monitored and, when necessary, improved in accordance with Directive 2008/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council62 ;

(a) the safety of road transport infrastructure is ensured, monitored and, when necessary, improved in accordance with Directive 2019/1936 amending Directive 2008/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council62;

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62 Directive 2008/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008 on road infrastructure safety management (OJ L 319, 29.11.2008, p. 59).

62 Directive 2008/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008 on road infrastructure safety management (OJ L 319, 29.11.2008, p. 59).

(Ex AM 274( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  281

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(c a) the roads are designed, built or upgraded and maintained with the most resource-efficient and climate-proof materials;

(Ex AM 275( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  282

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 1 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

1 a. Within a year after the entry into force of this Regulation, the Commission, in line with Article 6c of the Road infrastructure Safety management Directive, shall consider adopting implementing acts to establish common specifications, relating to Member States' procedures aiming at ensuring the operational use of their road markings and road signs, with regard to the effective readability and detectability of road markings and road signs for human drivers and automated driver assistance systems. These specifications shall include minimum performance requirements on the visibility and state of the traffic signs, signals, and road markings.

(Ex AM 276( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  283

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) the road is specially designed, built or upgraded for motor traffic and:

(a) the road is specially designed, built or upgraded for motor traffic, as well as sufficiently maintained, and:

(Ex AM 277( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  284

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) provides, except at special points or temporarily, separate carriageways for the two directions of traffic, separated from each other by a dividing strip not intended for traffic or, exceptionally, by other means;

(i) provides, except at special points or temporarily, separate carriageways for the two directions of traffic, separated from each other by a dividing strip not intended for traffic or by other means guaranteeing the same level of safety;

(Ex AM 278( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  285

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) rest areas are available at a maximum distance of 60 km from each other, providing sufficient parking space, safety and security equipment, and appropriate facilities, including sanitary facilities, that meet the needs of a diverse workforce;

(b) rest areas are available at a maximum distance of 60 km from each other, providing affordable and sufficient parking space, safety and security equipment, and appropriate facilities, including sanitary facilities, that meet the needs of a diverse workforce;

(Ex AM 279( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  286

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) safe and secure parking areas are available at a maximum distance of 100 km from each other, providing a sufficient parking space for commercial vehicles and complying with the requirements set out in Article 8(1), point (a), of Regulation (EU) 2020/105469 ;

(c) safe and secure parking areas are available, by 31 December 2040, at a maximum distance of 100 km from each other, providing a sufficient parking space for commercial vehicles and complying with the requirements set out in Article 8(1), point (a), of Regulation (EU) 2020/105469;

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69 Regulation (EU) 2020/1054 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 July 2020 amending Regulation (EC) No 561/2006 as regards minimum requirements on maximum daily and weekly driving times, minimum breaks and daily and weekly rest periods and Regulation (EU) No 165/2014 as regards positioning by means of tachographs (OJ L 249, 31.7.2020, p. 1).

69 Regulation (EU) 2020/1054 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 July 2020 amending Regulation (EC) No 561/2006 as regards minimum requirements on maximum daily and weekly driving times, minimum breaks and daily and weekly rest periods and Regulation (EU) No 165/2014 as regards positioning by means of tachographs (OJ L 249, 31.7.2020, p. 1).

(Ex AM 280( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  287

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2 a. By ... [ six months after the entry into force of this Regulation], the Commission shall consider submitting a legislative proposal to the European Parliament and to the Council concerning the creation of a Single European Digital Enforcement Area (SEDEA), in order to enable responsible enforcement authorities to conduct non-discriminatory targeted risk-based controls, contactless and paperless inspections based on access to real-time digital data on professional drivers, operators, commercial vehicles and cargo, including the harmonising of risk-rating systems, electronic exchange of documents on posting of drivers via the IMI system, as well as the incorporation of the requirements of eFTI regulation.

(Ex AM 281( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  288

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions from the requirement set out in paragraph 2, point (a), may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts, in particular where the traffic density does not exceed 10,000 vehicles per day in both directions, or when there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, as long as an appropriate level of safety is ensured. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis, the assessment of specific geographic or significant physical constraints and/or of potential negative impacts on environment and biodiversity of the investments.

4. At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions from the requirement set out in paragraph 2, point (a), may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts, in particular where the traffic density does not exceed 10,000 vehicles per day in both directions, or when there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, as long as an appropriate level of safety is ensured. After the full implementation of digital enforcement capabilities related to Directive 96/53/EC, the Commission may adopt implementing acts exempting Member States from the requirements to introduce or maintain the weigh in motion systems, referred to in paragraph 2, point (d) of this Article. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis, the assessment of specific geographic or significant physical constraints and/or of potential negative impacts on environment and biodiversity of the investments.

(Ex AM 282( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  289

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 30 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Member States shall ensure that the road infrastructure of the core network and extended core network meets the requirements set out in Article 29(2), point (b), by 31 December 2030.

3. Member States shall ensure that the road infrastructure of the core network and extended core network meets the requirements set out in Article 29(2), points (b) and (c) by 31 December 2030.

(Ex AM 283( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  290

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 30 – paragraph 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions from the requirement set out in Article 29 (2), point (a), may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts, in particular where the traffic density does not exceed 10,000 vehicles per day in both directions, or when there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, as long as an appropriate level of safety is ensured. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis, the assessment of specific geographic or significant physical constraints and/or of potential negative impacts on environment and biodiversity of the investments.

5. At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions from the requirement set out in Article 29 (2), point (a), may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts, in particular where the traffic density does not exceed 10,000 vehicles per day in both directions, or when there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, as long as these roads meet a high level of safety according to the infrastructure safety management directive (EU)2019/1936. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis, the assessment of specific geographic or significant physical constraints and/or of potential negative impacts on environment and biodiversity of the investments.

(Ex AM 285( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  291

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) improvement and promotion of road safety, taking into account the needs of vulnerable users and road users in all their diversity, in particular persons with reduced mobility;

(a) improvement and promotion of road safety, taking into account the needs of vulnerable users and road users in all their diversity, in particular persons with reduced mobility, and ensuring proper enforcement, also cross-border, of the related legislation;

(Ex AM 286( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  292

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) introduction of innovative technologies to improve the control of compliance with the Union road transport legal framework, including smart and automated enforcement tools and 5G communication infrastructure;

(c) introduction of innovative, including digital technologies to improve the control of compliance with the Union road transport legal framework, including smart and automated enforcement tools and 5G communication infrastructure in order to facilitate the introduction of smart solutions and systems, such as SEDEA;

(Ex AM 287( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  293

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) when building or upgrading road infrastructure, ensure the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian and cycling paths in order to promote the active modes of transport.

(d) when building or upgrading road infrastructure, simultaneously build or upgrade connected or paralell infrastructure for active mobility and ensure the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian and cycling paths in order to promote the active modes of transport.

(Ex AM 288( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  294

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 33 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) air transport infrastructure provides for pre-conditioned air supply to stationary aircraft.

(g) air transport infrastructure with a total annual passenger traffic volume of more than four million passengers provides for pre-conditioned air supply to stationary aircraft.

(Ex AM 289( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  295

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 33 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. At the request of a Member State, the Commission may, in duly justified cases, grant exemptions by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements set out in paragraph 1, points (a), (b), (c) and (g). Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis or related to the specific geographic or significant physical constraints, including the non-existence of a railway system on the territory.

2. At the request of a Member State, the Commission may, in duly justified cases, grant exemptions by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements set out in paragraph 1, points (b) and (g). Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis or related to the specific geographic or significant physical constraints, including the non-existence of a railway system on the territory.

(Ex AM 290( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  296

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 34 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) improving sustainability and mitigating climate, environmental and noise impacts, in particular by introducing new technologies and innovation, alternative fuels, zero- and low emission aircraft and zero and low carbon infrastructure.

(e) improving sustainability and mitigating climate, environmental and noise impacts, in particular by introducing new technologies and innovation, alternative fuels, zero- and low emission aircraft and zero and low carbon infrastructure in accordance with Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] and Regulation (EU) […] [on ensuring a level playing field for sustainable air transport].

(Ex AM 291( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  297

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 35 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Within two years after the entry into force of this Regulation, Member States shall conduct a market and prospective analysis on multimodal freight terminals on their territory. This analysis shall at least:

By ...[ one year after the entry into force of this Regulation], Member States shall conduct a market and prospective analysis on multimodal freight terminals on their territory. This analysis shall at least:

(Ex AM 292( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  298

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 35 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) examine the current and the future traffic flows of freight, including traffic flows of freight transported by road;

(a) examine the current and the future traffic flows of freight, including traffic flows of freight transported by road, rail, air and water;

(Ex AM 293( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  299

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 35 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Member States shall consult shippers, transport and logistics operators which operate on their territory. They shall take into account the results of the consultation in their analysis.

Member States shall consult shippers, transport and logistics operators which operate on their territory, as well as relevant entities. They shall take into account the results of the consultation in their analysis.

(Ex AM 294( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  300

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 35 – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. On the basis of the analysis under paragraph 3, Member States shall elaborate an action plan for the development of a multimodal freight terminal network. The results of the analysis and the action plan shall be submitted to the Commission no later than six months after finalising the analysis, together with a list of rail road terminals which the Member State proposes to add in Annexes I and II.

4. On the basis of the analysis under paragraph 3, Member States shall elaborate an action plan for the development of a multimodal freight terminal network and designate the responsible entity for the deployment. The results of the analysis and the action plan shall be submitted to the Commission no later than six months after finalising the analysis, together with a list of rail road terminals which the Member State proposes to add in Annexes I and II.

(Ex AM 295( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  301

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 37 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) are connected to the modes of transport which are available in the area, where feasible, unless not justified in socio-economic cost-benefit terms;

(a) are connected to the modes of transport which are available in the area, where feasible;

(Ex AM 296( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  302

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 37 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) are equipped with at least one recharging station as defined in Article 2, point (43), of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles, by 31 December 2030;

(b) are equipped with at least one recharging and refuelling stations as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure], used for hydrogen, dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles, by 31 December 2030;

(Ex AM 297( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  303

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 37 – paragraph 1 – point c – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) the provision of information flows within a terminal and between the transport modes along the logistic chain and the terminal.

(ii) the provision of interoperable information flows within a terminal and between the transport modes along the logistic chain and the terminal.

(Ex AM 298( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  304

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 37 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Member States shall ensure in a fair and non-discriminatory manner that multimodal freight terminals referred to in Article 35(1) and which are connected to the rail network, by 31 December 2030, are able to handle all types of intermodal loading units if they are classified as intermodal terminals and if they carry out vertical transhipment.

2. Member States shall ensure in a fair and non-discriminatory manner that multimodal freight terminals referred to in Article 35(1) and which are connected to the rail network, by 31 December 2030, have enough transhipment capacity and are able to handle all types of intermodal loading units if they are classified as intermodal terminals and if they carry out vertical transhipment.

(Ex AM 298( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  305

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 37 – paragraph 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions from the obligations under paragraphs 1 to 4 may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts where investment in infrastructure cannot be justified in socio-economic cost-benefit terms, in particular when the terminal is located in a spatially restricted area.

5. At the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, exemptions from the obligations under paragraphs 2 to 4 may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts where investment in infrastructure cannot be justified in socio-economic cost-benefit terms, in particular when the terminal is located in a spatially restricted area.

(Ex AM 299( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  306

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 38 – paragraph 1 – point e a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e a) enabling the digital enforcement of the relevant Union law;

(Ex AM 300( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  307

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 38 – paragraph 1 – point e b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e b) promoting multimodal transport infrastructure that facilitates an effective modal shift towards sustainable transport modes.

(Ex AM 301( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  308

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 39 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) first and last mile connections between and to these access points.

(c) first and last mile connections between and to these access points, including active mobility, light rail and other public transport infrastructure.

(Ex AM 302( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  309

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) availability of alternative fuels recharging and refuelling infrastructure, including in logistics platforms and for public transport in full compliance with the requirements of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure];

(a) availability of alternative fuels recharging and refuelling infrastructure, including in multimodal freight terminals and for public transport in full compliance with the requirements of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure];

(Ex AM 303( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  310

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point b – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) adoption of a sustainable urban mobility plan (SUMP) in line with Annex V that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport, to promote efficient zero-emission mobility including sustainable and zero-emission urban logistics, to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-European transport flows into consideration;

(i) adoption of a publicly accessible of a sustainable urban mobility plan (SUMP) in line with Annex V that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport, to evaluate their affordability and accessibility for users to address mobility poverty, to promote efficient zero- and low-emission mobility including active modes and public transport, as well as zero- and low-emission urban logistics, to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-European transport flows into consideration;

(Ex AM 304( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  311

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point b – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) collection and submission to the Commission of urban mobility data per urban node covering at minimum greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility service, as well as data on air and noise pollution. Thereafter these data shall be submitted every year;

(ii) collection and submission to the Commission of urban mobility data per urban node covering at minimum greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and accessibility and affordability of public and private mobility service, including for vulnerable road users and for people with reduced mobility, as well as data on air and noise pollution. Where possible, the data collected should be disaggregated on age, gender and disability. Thereafter these data shall be submitted every year;

(Ex AM 305( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  312

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point b – point ii a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ii a) the adoption of concrete measures fostering the wider deployment of information and communications technology (ICT) tools and intelligent transport systems (ITS), with open access to all operators, to allow optimised itineraries for vehicles with a view to improving the management of traffic flows, reducing congestion, air pollution and improving road safety, as well as real-time information on availability of alternative fuels infrastructure.

(Ex AM 306( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  313

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point b – point ii b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ii b) the assessment and the description of possible solutions to address the investment needs required to meet the obligations under this Article and to prevent bottlenecks in urban nodes.

(Ex AM 307( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  314

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point c – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) for passenger transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, air, the active modes of transport and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime infrastructure;

(i) for passenger transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, air, the active modes of transport, including public transport and, where possible, EuroVelo infrastructures, and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime infrastructure;

(Ex AM 308( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  315

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point c – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) for passenger transport: ability for passengers to access information, book, pay their journeys and retrieve their tickets through multimodal digital mobility services;

(ii) for passenger transport: ability for passengers to access information, book, pay their journeys and retrieve their tickets through multimodal digital mobility services, and enabling single ticketing, where possible, when different operators are involved;

(Ex AM 309( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  316

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point c – point iii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iii) for freight transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, and, as appropriate, inland waterway, air and maritime infrastructure as well as appropriate connections with logistics platforms and facilities;

(iii) for freight transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, and, as appropriate, inland waterway, air and maritime infrastructure as well as appropriate connections with multimodal freight terminals and facilities, and safe and secure truck parking areas;

(Ex AM 310( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  317

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point c – point iv

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iv) the development of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections which are equipped with at least one recharging station as defined in Article 2, point (43), of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles;

(iv) the development of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections which are equipped with at least one recharging and refuelling station as defined in Article 2 of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure], used for hydrogen, dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles;

(Ex AM 311( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  318

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) by 31 December 2040: the development of at least one multimodal freight terminal allowing for sufficient transhipment capacity within or in the vicinity of the urban node.

(d) by 31 December 2040: the development of at least one multimodal freight terminal allowing for sufficient transhipment capacity to meet urban logistics needs and ensure last mile connections within or in the vicinity of the urban node, with the possibility for one terminal to serve more than one urban node, if capacity allows.

(Ex AM 312( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  319

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d a) from 1 January 2026, Union funding for projects of common interest related to urban nodes is conditional to the adoption of SUMPs in accordance with the requirements set out in Annex V.

(Ex AM 313( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  320

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The Commission shall adopt, no later than one year after the entry into force of this Regulation an implementing act establishing a methodology for the data to be collected by the Member States referred to under point (ii) of paragraph (b). That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 59(3).

2. The Commission shall, in close cooperation with Member States and their regional and local authorities, adopt, no later than one year after the entry into force of this Regulation an implementing act establishing a methodology for the data to be collected by the Member States referred to under point (ii) of paragraph (b). When doing so, the availability and accessibility of data at local level, as well as existing local and regional urban mobility plans, shall be taken into consideration. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 59(3).

(Ex AM 314( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  321

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

By ... [one year after the entry into force of this Regulation], the Member States shall designate a national SUMP contact point and shall establish a national SUMP programme with the aim of supporting the urban nodes to adopt and implement the SUMP’s which are referred to in point (b), sub-point (i). The national SUMP contact point and the national SUMP programme shall in particular provide technical assistance and expert support for the preparation and implementation of SUMPs. It shall, in collaboration with the Commission, regularly monitor the proper implementation of SUMPs, progress towards sectoral policy objectives, including decarbonisation, road safety, coherences with Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans, Sustainable Urban Logistics Plans, and other relevant plans. The national SUMP contact point shall foster exchange of best practices between urban nodes and may issue recommendations in case of non-compliance with the minimum requirements and standards.

(Ex AM 315( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  322

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 2 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

By 31 December 2025 at the latest, the Commission shall present implementing acts with harmonised safety standards for cycling and pedestrian transport infrastructure.

(Ex AM 316( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  323

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

In the promotion of projects of common interest related to urban nodes, and in addition to the general priorities set out in Articles 12 and 13, attention shall be given to the following:

In the promotion of projects of common interest related to urban nodes, and in addition to the general priorities set out in Articles 12 and 13, urban nodes shall ensure:

(Ex AM 317( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  324

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) mitigation of the exposure of urban areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport, which may include bypasses;

(b) mitigation of the exposure of urban areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport, in particular in the most affected areas, including integration of infrastructure for active modes within newly built or upgraded rail and road infrastructure, including bridges;

(Ex AM 318( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  325

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) promotion of efficient and low-noise zero emission transport and mobility, including greening urban fleets;

(c) promotion of efficient and low-noise zero-emission or sustainable transport and mobility, including greening urban fleets;

(Ex AM 319( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  326

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) increase of the modal share of public transport and of active modes;

(d) increase of the modal share of public transport and of active modes, including by providing secure bicycle parking at train and bus stations, with dedicated charging areas for e-bikes, as well as safe and secure infrastructure for active modes;

(Ex AM 320( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  327

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point e a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e a) increase of accessibility and connectivity between urban and rural areas and unhindered access to smart, sustainable and affordable transport;

(Ex AM 321( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  328

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point e b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(e b) increase, where relevant, metro/light rail connections between bottleneck sections between two cross-border urban nodes.

(Ex AM 322( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  329

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 42 – paragraph 3 – point f a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(f a) for SEDEA: all infrastructure upgrades necessary to enable real-time data exchange between commercial vehicles and enforcement authorities.

(Ex AM 323( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  330

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 43 – paragraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Member States shall promote projects of common interest which both provide efficient freight transport services that use the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network and contribute to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and other negative environmental impacts, and which aim to:

1. Member States shall promote projects of common interest which both provide efficient freight transport services that use the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network and contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other negative environmental impacts, such as air and noise pollution, and which aim to:

(Ex AM 324( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  331

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 43 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) improve links to the most vulnerable and isolated parts of the Union, in particular the outermost regions, and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas.

(e) improve links to the most vulnerable and isolated parts of the Union, in particular the outermost regions, and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas, in order to facilitate regular and frequent services.

(Ex AM 325( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  332

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) support and promote the decarbonisation of transport through transition to zero- and low-emission vehicles, vessels and aircraft and other innovative and sustainable transport and network technologies such as hyperloop;

(a) support and promote the decarbonisation of transport through transition to zero- and low-emission vehicles, vessels, locomotives and aircraft powered by alternative and renewable fuels and other innovative and sustainable transport and network technologies;

(Ex AM 326( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  333

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(a a) create appropriate conditions to promote and deploy sustainable emerging technologies like automated train operations, autonomous vehicles, passenger and freight drones in order to safeguard Union's leadership on those technologies and encourage private and public investments in the infrastructure needed for new modes of mobility, such as urban last mile drone operations, elevated cycle paths, maglev trains and hyperloop;

(Ex AM 327( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  334

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) make possible the decarbonisation of all transport modes by stimulating energy efficiency, introduce zero and low emission solutions, including hydrogen and electricity supply systems, as well as other new solutions such as sustainable fuels, and provide corresponding infrastructure. Such infrastructure may include grid access and other facilities necessary for the energy supply, may take account of the infrastructure-vehicle interface and may encompass ICT systems for transport. Transport infrastructure may serve as energy hub to serve different transport modes;

(b) make possible the decarbonisation of all transport modes by stimulating energy efficiency, introduce zero- and low-emission solutions, including hydrogen, biofuels and electricity supply systems, as well as other new solutions such as sustainable fuels, and provide corresponding infrastructure. Such infrastructure may include bi-directional grid access, wireless or inductive units without any connector, pipelines and other facilities necessary for the energy supply, may take account of the infrastructure-vehicle interface and may encompass ICT systems for transport. Transport infrastructure may serve as energy hub to serve different transport modes and stabilise the grid, while contributing to the deployment of sustainable energy solutions;

(Ex AM 328( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  335

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) support the take-up and deployment of new digital technologies, in particular promote connectivity infrastructure with uninterrupted coverage across the European Transport Corridors to ensure the highest level and performance of digital infrastructure and reach higher levels of automation;

(c) support the take-up and deployment of new digital technologies, in particular promote connectivity infrastructure with uninterrupted coverage across the European Transport Corridors to ensure the highest level and performance of digital infrastructure and reach higher levels of automation particularly in the rail sector;

(Ex AM 329( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  336

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) improve the operation, management, accessibility, interoperability, multimodality and efficiency of the network, including through the development of multimodal digital mobility services and the development of infrastructure that allows for seamless multimodality, such as high-speed rail and city train/tram connection at airports;

(e) improve the operation, management, accessibility, interoperability, multimodality and efficiency of the network, including through the development of multimodal digital mobility services, the development of “Mobility as a Service” solutions, including in territories where exemptions from TEN-T technical requirements have been granted, and the development of infrastructure that allows for seamless multimodality, such as high-speed rail, night trains, and city train/tram connection at airports;

(Ex AM 330( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  337

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) promote efficient ways to provide accessible and comprehensive information to all users and providers of transport services regarding the environmental impacts of their transport choices;

(g) promote efficient ways to provide accessible and comprehensive information to all users and providers of transport services regarding the environmental impacts of their transport choices, based on a full life cycle approach established under a common methodology as set out in Article 8 of this Regulation;

(Ex AM 331( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  338

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point h

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(h) promote measures to reduce external costs, such as congestion, damage to health and pollution of any kind including noise and emissions;

(h) promote measures to reduce and internalise external costs, such as congestion, damage to health and pollution of any kind including noise and emissions;

(Ex AM 332( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  339

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point k

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(k) further advance the development and deployment of ICT systems and new technologies for transport within and between modes of transport.

(k) further advance the development and deployment of ICT systems and new technologies for transport within and between modes of transport, with a particular focus on rail;

(Ex AM 333( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  340

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point k a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(k a) coordinate, where relevant, the implementation of the innovative technological developments and deployments included in paragraph 1 with neighbouring countries, particularly in cross-border sections.

(Ex AM 334( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  341

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 45 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Member States shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements.

1. Member States shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements, including by guaranteeing an adequate level of maintenance over the life-time of the transport infrastructure.

(Ex AM 335( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  342

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. When planning infrastructure, Member States shall improve the security and the resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, human-made disasters, as well as intentional disruptions affecting the functioning of the Union transport system. When implementing projects of common interest, Member States shall take into consideration:

1. When planning infrastructure, Member States shall ensure the highest level of the security and the resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, geopolitical changes, human-made disasters, as well as intentional disruptions, including by natural persons or undertakings from third countries, affecting the functioning of the Union transport system. When implementing projects of common interest, Member States shall take into consideration:

(Ex AM 336( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  343

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) structural infrastructure quality during its whole lifecycle, with particular attention to the future projected climate conditions;

(c) structural infrastructure quality during its whole lifecycle, with particular attention to the future projected climate and environmental conditions;

(Ex AM 337( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  344

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) civil protection needs to react to disruptions;

(d) civil protection needs to react to disruptions, as well as for the transport of dangerous goods;

(Ex AM 338( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  345

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) cyber-security and resilience of infrastructure, with particular attention to cross-border infrastructure.

(e) cyber-security and resilience of infrastructure, with particular attention to the participation or contribution by natural persons or undertaking from third countries in strategic and cross-border infrastructure.

(Ex AM 339( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  346

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Projects of common interest for which an environmental impact assessment must be carried out in compliance with Directive 2011/92/UE shall be subject to climate proofing. The climate proofing shall be undertaken based on the latest available best practice and guidance to ensure that transport infrastructures are resilient to the adverse impacts of climate change, through a climate vulnerability and risk assessment, including through relevant adaptation measures, and through integration of the costs of greenhouse gas emissions in the cost-benefit analysis. Such requirement does not apply to projects for which the environmental impact assessment has been completed before entry into force of this Regulation.

2. Projects of common interest for which an environmental impact assessment must be carried out in compliance with Directive 2011/92/UE shall be subject to climate proofing. The climate proofing shall be undertaken based on the latest available best practice and guidance to ensure that transport infrastructures are resilient to the adverse impacts of climate change, through a climate vulnerability and risk assessment, including through relevant adaptation measures, and through integration of the project life cycle costs of greenhouse gas emissions in the cost-benefit analysis. Such requirement does not apply to projects for which the environmental impact assessment has been completed before entry into force of this Regulation.

(Ex AM 340( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  347

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2 a. Member States shall establish “Green Lanes” for the continued functioning of supply chains, as well as essential travel along the trans-European transport network, in order to avoid possible shortages of essential goods and ensure the performance of the transport infrastructures in case of emergency, in strict cooperation with the Commission and European Coordinators.

(Ex AM 341( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  348

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 2 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2 b. By  31 December 2025, Members States shall carry out an assessment to identify, on their core and comprehensive network, all existing transport critical infrastructures, including in respect of all modes, and assess their resilience to climate change, through a climate and environmental vulnerability test and risk assessment. By  31 December 2029, Member States shall adopt all the adaptation measures required to update those infrastructures.

(Ex AM 342( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  349

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – title

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Risks to security or public order

Risks to security, public order and strategic autonomy of the Union

(Ex AM 343( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  350

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Member States shall notify the Commission of any project of common interest in their territory with the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country with a view to allow assessment of its impact on security or public order in the Union. This obligation shall not apply to foreign direct investments notified to the Commission and other Member States pursuant to Article 6(1) of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

1. Member States shall notify the Commission of any project of common interest in their territory with the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country with a view to allow assessment of its impact on security or public order in the Union and ensure fair competition in public procurement. This obligation shall not apply to foreign direct investments notified to the Commission and other Member States pursuant to Article 6(1) of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

(Ex AM 344( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  351

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point f a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(f a) the conformity of the planned project of common interest with the requirements and standards under this Regulation.

(Ex AM 345( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  352

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

In addition, Member States shall endeavour to provide any information, if available, relevant for the assessment undertaken by the Commission pursuant to points (a), (b) and (c) of the second subparagraph of paragraph 5.

In addition, Member States shall provide any information, relevant for the assessment undertaken by the Commission pursuant to points (a), (b) and (c) of the second subparagraph of paragraph 5.

(Ex AM 346( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  353

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2 a. Where a Member State considers that a foreign direct investment undergoing screening in another Member State is likely to affect its security or public order, or has information relevant for such screening, it may provide comments to the Member State undertaking that screening. The Member State providing comments shall simultaneously also send them to the Commission.

 

The Commission shall notify the other Member States that comments have been provided.

(Ex AM 348( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  354

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The Member State where the project of common interest is planned shall ensure that the additional information requested by the Commission is made available to the Commission without undue delay.

The Member State where the project of common interest is planned shall ensure that the additional information requested by the Commission is made available to the Commission no later than three months after the request.

(Ex AM 349( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  355

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The Member State where the project of common interest is planned may request the natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country to provide the information referred to in paragraph 2 and 3. The natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country concerned shall provide the information requested without undue delay.

The Member State where the project of common interest is planned may request the natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country to provide the information referred to in paragraph 2 and 3. The natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country concerned shall provide the information requested no later than three months after the request. The Member State shall verify that the information provided by the natural person or undertaking of the third country is correct.

(Ex AM 350( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  356

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Where the Commission considers that the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country is likely to affect critical infrastructure on the trans-European transport network on grounds of security or public order, or has relevant information in relation to that participation or contribution, or the project of common interest concerned, it may issue an opinion addressed to the Member State where the project of common interest is planned.

Where the Commission considers that the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country is likely to affect critical infrastructure on the trans-European transport network on grounds of standardisation, security or public order, or has relevant information in relation to that participation or contribution, or the project of common interest concerned, it shall issue a decision addressed to the Member State where the project of common interest is planned.

(Ex AM 351( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  357

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Critical infrastructure thereby means an asset, system or part thereof used for transport purposes and located in Member States which is essential for the maintenance of vital societal functions, health, safety, security, economic or social well-being of people, and the disruption or destruction of which would have a significant impact in a Member State as a result of the failure to maintain those functions.

Critical infrastructure thereby means an asset, system or part thereof used for transport purposes and located in Member States which is essential for the maintenance of vital societal functions, health, safety, security, defence, economic or social well-being of people, and the disruption or destruction of which would have a significant impact in a Member State as a result of the failure to maintain those functions.

(Ex AM 352( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  358

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

In determining whether the participation of a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country is likely to affect critical infrastructure on grounds of security or public order, the Commission may consider its potential effects on, inter alia on:

In determining whether the participation of a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country is likely to affect critical infrastructure on grounds of standardisation, security or public order, the Commission shall consider its potential effects on, inter alia on:

(Ex AM 353( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  359

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

In determining whether a foreign participation or contribution is likely to affect security or public order, the Commission may also take into account, in particular:

In determining whether a foreign participation or contribution is likely to affect security or public order, the Commission shall also take into account, in particular:

(Ex AM 354( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  360

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. The Commission may provide an opinion pursuant to paragraph 4 no later than three months following the receipt of information pursuant to paragraph 3. The opinion of the Commission shall be addressed to the Member State where the project of common interest is planned and it shall be sent to the other Member States. In case the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country is a foreign direct investment as defined in point 1 of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) 2019/452 not undergoing screening by the Member State where the foreign direct investment is planned or completed, the Commission shall issue such opinion, where justified, pursuant to Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

6. The Commission shall issue a decision pursuant to paragraph 4 no later than three months following the receipt of information pursuant to paragraph 3. The decision of the Commission shall be addressed to the Member State where the project of common interest is planned and it shall be sent to the other Member States. In case the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country is a foreign direct investment as defined in point 1 of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) 2019/452 not undergoing screening by the Member State where the foreign direct investment is planned or completed, the Commission shall issue such decision, where justified, pursuant to Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

(Ex AM 355( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  361

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 7

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

7. The Member State in which the project of common interest is planned to be implemented by, or with the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country shall take utmost account of the Commission's opinion and provide an explanation to the Commission if its opinion is not followed, no later than three months following the issuance of the opinion.

7. The Member State in which the project of common interest is planned to be implemented by, or with the participation of or contribution of any kind by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country shall take utmost account of the Commission's decision. In case the Commission’s decision states that the foreign participation or contribution is likely to affect security or public order, the Member State concerned shall prohibit the foreign participation in or contribution to the project.

(Ex AM 356( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  362

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Article 47 a

 

Military mobility

 

1. When constructing or upgrading infrastructure on the trans-European transport network, Member States shall assess the need, relevance and feasibility to go beyond the requirements set out in Chapter III, for the purpose of accommodating the weight, size or scale of military transport of troops and material.

 

2. By ... [one year after the entry into force of this Regulation], the Commission shall carry out a study to identify possibilities for short-notice large-scale movements across the Union, including strategic routes, in view of improving the dual-use of the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network. The study shall provide elements for long-term infrastructure planning for dual use mobility purposes. In the course of that study, the Commission shall consult the Member States.

(Ex AM 357( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  363

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 48 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network is maintained in a way that it provides the same level of service and safety during its lifetime;

(a) the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network is maintained in a way that it provides the same level of service and safety during its lifetime, ensuring a forward-looking approach to maintenance work, which must be carried out to the very latest standards of user safety throughout the network. Maintenance works that result in a limitation or non-availability of rail infrastructure are managed according to the rules set out in Commission Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/2075;

(Ex AM 358( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  364

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 48 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) maintenance needs and costs over the life-time of the infrastructure are taken into account in the planning phase of construction or upgrading;

(c) maintenance needs and costs over the life-time of the infrastructure are taken into account from feasibility studies and the planning phase of construction or upgrading;

(Ex AM 359( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  365

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 48 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d a) compliance with paragraph 1, points (b) and (c) is a precondition for receiving funding from the CEF.

(Ex AM 360( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  366

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 48 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

The Commission, in coordination with the European Coordinators, shall establish a core network monitoring plan on maintenance at European level. This monitoring plan should, among others, evaluate the compliance of Member States with the requirements set in paragraph 1, study the state of play of the maintenance on the core network and identify gaps in the quality requirements of infrastructure, especially in critical infrastructure. The Commission shall provide Member States with recommendations on targeted measures to improve the maintenance of the network. The Commission shall also present progress reports every two years.

(Ex AM 361( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  367

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 49 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Transport infrastructure shall allow seamless mobility and accessibility for all users, in particular people in situations of vulnerability including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility as well as persons living in outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas.

Transport infrastructure, including services connected to it, shall allow seamless mobility and accessibility for all users, in particular persons with disabilities or reduced mobility, older persons, persons living in outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions and sparsely populated areas, as well as other people experiencing accessibility, connectivity, economic or other barriers to transport, thereby also contributing to the mitigation of transport poverty.

(Ex AM 362( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  368

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 50 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. European Transport Corridors are an instrument to facilitate the coordinated implementation of parts of the trans-European transport network and are intended, in particular, to improve cross-border links and to remove bottlenecks within the Union.

1. European Transport Corridors are an instrument to facilitate the coordinated implementation of parts of the trans-European transport network located on the core and extended core network and are intended, in particular, to improve cross-border links to remove bottlenecks within the Union, and to improve connections with neighbouring countries.

(Ex AM 363( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  369

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 50 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) interoperability;

(b) interoperability, continuity and accessibility of the network;

(Ex AM 364( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  370

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 50 – paragraph 2 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) a coordinated development of infrastructure, in particular in cross-border sections, notably in view of developing a fully interoperable rail freight system as well as a long-distance rail passenger network at high speed across the Union;

(c) a coordinated development of infrastructure, in particular in cross-border sections, notably in view of developing a fully interoperable rail freight system as well as a long-distance rail passenger network at high speed, as well as a fully interoperable inland waterways transport system;

(Ex AM 365( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  371

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 50 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(d a) promoting the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure.

(Ex AM 366( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  372

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 50 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. European Transport Corridors shall enable Member States to achieve a coordinated and synchronised approach with regard to investment in infrastructure.

3. European Transport Corridors shall enable Member States and neighbouring countries to achieve a coordinated and synchronised approach with regard to investment in infrastructure.

(Ex AM 367( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  373

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 50 – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. The European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) and the European Maritime Space are the horizontal priorities for the implementation of the trans-European transport network. They shall ensure the timely deployment of ERTMS on the entire network and the integration of maritime links into the trans-European transport network.

4. The European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) and the European Maritime Space are the horizontal priorities for the implementation of the trans-European transport network. They shall ensure the timely deployment of ERTMS on the entire network and the integration of maritime and inland waterway links into the trans-European transport network.

(Ex AM 368( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  374

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 5 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) draw up a work plan together with the Member States concerned and monitor its implementation in accordance with Article 53;

(b) draw up a work plan together with the Member States concerned, with the involvement of the neighbouring countries concerned, and monitor its implementation in accordance with Article 53;

(Ex AM 369( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  375

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 5 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) report to the Member States, to the Commission and, as appropriate, to all other entities directly involved in the development of the European Transport Corridor or horizontal priority on any difficulties encountered and, in particular when the development of a corridor or horizontal priority is being impeded, with a view to helping to find appropriate solutions;

(d) report, in due time, to the Member States, and the neighbouring countries concerned, to the Commission, to the Parliament and, as appropriate, to all other entities directly involved in the development of the European Transport Corridor or horizontal priority on any difficulties encountered and, in particular when the development of a corridor or horizontal priority is being impeded, with a view to helping to find appropriate solutions;

(Ex AM 370( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  376

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 5 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) draw up an annual status report on the progress achieved in implementing the European Transport Corridors and horizontal priorities. This annual status report shall focus on the progress made on key priorities and investments, describe the nature of problems encountered in their implementation and propose solutions.

(e) draw up an annual status report on the progress achieved in implementing the European Transport Corridors and horizontal priorities. This annual status report shall be presented to the Parliament, and shall focus on the progress made on key priorities and investments, describe the nature of problems encountered in their implementation and propose solutions.

(Ex AM 371( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  377

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 6 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) cooperate closely with the rail freight governance to identify and prioritise investment needs for rail freight on the rail freight lines of the European Transport Corridors;

(a) cooperate closely with the rail freight governance to identify and prioritise investment needs for rail freight on the rail freight lines of the European Transport Corridors with the aim to develop a single integrated governance structure for the European Transport Corridors;

(Ex AM 372( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  378

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 6 – point a a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(a a) facilitate contacts between the designated authorities, as set in the Smart TEN-T Directive, in the context of the permit-granting procedures for projects that concern two or more Member States;

(Ex AM 373( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  379

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 6 – point a b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(a b) facilitate, where relevant, contacts and coordination between maritime and inland waterways representatives in order to increase their synergies;

(Ex AM 374( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  380

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 7 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) identify and prioritise investment needs for the rail passenger lines of the European Transport Corridors;

(a) identify and prioritise investment needs for the rail passenger and freight lines of the European Transport Corridors;

(Ex AM 375( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  381

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 7 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) monitor administrative, operational and interoperability aspects of passenger traffic on the rail passenger lines of the European Transport Corridors, including monitoring the performance of rail passenger services.

(b) monitor administrative, operational and interoperability aspects of passenger traffic on the rail passenger lines of the European Transport Corridors, including monitoring the accessibility and performance of rail passenger services, identifying shortcoming and constraints with a particular focus on the cross-border dimension;

(Ex AM 376( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  382

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 7 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(b a) identify investment needs for the inland waterways, as well as road sections of the European Transport Corridors;

(Ex AM 377( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  383

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 7 – point b b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(b b) identify dual use mobility needs;

(Ex AM 378( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  384

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 7 – point b c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(b c) analyse the cross-border mobility needs in Union cross-border regions and encourage Member States on the sections concerned, in cooperation with the relevant regional and local authorities, to jointly establish cross-border mobility plans with targeted measures in order to increase cross border connections and the network connectivity index.

(Ex AM 379( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  385

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 8

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

8. Pursuant Article 14(4) of Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153, the Commission shall request the opinion of the European Coordinator when examining applications for Union funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for European Transport Corridors or horizontal priorities in the remit of the European Coordinator’s mandate, in order to ensure the consistency and advancement of each corridor or horizontal priority. The European Coordinator shall verify whether projects proposed by the Member States for CEF co-funding are consistent with the priorities of the work plan.

8. Pursuant to Article 14(4) of Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153, the Commission shall request the opinion of the European Coordinator when examining applications for Union funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for European Transport Corridors or horizontal priorities in the remit of the European Coordinator’s mandate, in order to ensure the consistency and advancement of each corridor or horizontal priority,while taking into account the increase of network connectivity indexes. The European Coordinator shall verify whether projects proposed by the Member States, or by neighbouring countries where applicable, for CEF co-funding are consistent with the priorities of the work plan.

(Ex AM 380( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  386

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 8 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

When applications for Union funding under the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) for European Transport Corridors or horizontal priorities in the remit of the European Coordinator’s mandate are submitted, the relevant European Coordinator shall assess those applications against their consistency with and the advancement of each European transport corridor or horizontal priority, while taking into account the increase of network connectivity indexes. The European Coordinator shall forward their assessment to the Commission.

(Ex AM 381( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  387

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 51 – paragraph 9

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

9. If the European Coordinator is unable to carry out his or her mandate satisfactorily and in accordance with the requirements laid down in this Article, the Commission may at any time terminate that mandate and designate a new European Coordinator in accordance with the procedure set out in paragraph 1.

9. If the European Coordinator is unable to carry out his or her mandate satisfactorily and in accordance with the requirements laid down in this Article, the Commission, upon consultation with the Parliament, may at any time terminate that mandate and designate a new European Coordinator in accordance with the procedure set out in paragraph 1.

(Ex AM 382( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  388

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The “Corridor Forum” shall be formally established and chaired by the European Coordinator. The Member States concerned shall agree on the membership of the Corridor Forum for their part of the European Transport Corridor and ensure representation of the rail freight governance.

2. The “Corridor Forum” shall be formally established and chaired by the European Coordinator. The Member States concerned shall agree on the membership of the Corridor Forum for their part of the European Transport Corridor and ensure representation of the rail freight governance, maritime ports and inland waterways representatives, as well as, when appropriate, urban nodes, the relevant regional and local authorities, and the designated authorities as defined in the Smart TEN-T Directive. Neighbouring countries shall be consulted by the Commission on the membership of the Corridor Forum for their parts of the European Transport Corridor.

(Ex AM 383( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  389

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

With the agreement of the Member States concerned, the European Coordinator may set up and chair corridor working groups which focus on:

With the agreement of the Member States concerned, and after consulting the neighbouring countries concerned, the European Coordinator may set up and chair corridor working groups which focus on:

(Ex AM 384( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  390

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point g a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g a) ensuring consistency between the national and European plans;

(Ex AM 385( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  391

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point g b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(g b) military mobility and dual-use infrastructure.

(Ex AM 386( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  392

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Representatives of the rail freight governance shall be invited to relevant forum of European Transport Corridors . Similarly, European Transport Corridors Coordinators shall be invited to attend relevant Executive meetings of the rail freight governance.

(Ex AM 387( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  393

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. The consultative Forum for the horizontal priorities shall be established and chaired by the European Coordinator. The Member States concerned and where appropriate representatives of the relevant sectors shall be able to participate. Member States shall designate a national coordinator for ERTMS to attend the consultative Forum for ERTMS. The European Coordinator may also set up ad-hoc working groups.

4. The consultative Forum for the horizontal priorities shall be established and chaired by the European Coordinator. The Member States concerned and where appropriate the neighbouring countries concerned and representatives of the relevant sectors, including the designated authorities as defined in the Smart TEN-T Directive , shall be able to participate. Member States shall designate a national coordinator for ERTMS to attend the consultative Forum for ERTMS. The European Coordinator may also set up ad-hoc working groups.

(Ex AM 388( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  394

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. The European Coordinator may consult regional and local authorities, infrastructure managers, transport operators, in particular those which are members of the rail freight governance, the supply industry, transport users and representatives of civil society in relation to the work plan and its implementation. In addition, the European Coordinator responsible for ERTMS shall closely cooperate with the European Union Agency for Railways and Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking and the European Coordinator for the European Maritime Space with the European Maritime Safety Agency.

6. The European Coordinator shall consult regional and local authorities, the designated authorities as defined in the Smart TEN-T Directive, urban nodes, infrastructure managers, including port designated entities, rail, maritime and inland waterway operators , freight governance, the supply industry, transport users, accessibility experts and representatives of civil society in relation to the work plan and its implementation. In addition, the European Coordinator responsible for ERTMS shall closely cooperate with the European Union Agency for Railways and Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking and the European Coordinator for the European Maritime Space with the European Maritime Safety Agency.

(Ex AM 389( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  395

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 6 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

To set up a future strong and centralised EU Level ERTMS governance including governing funding, National Implementation Plans (NIP) planning, resourcing, market uptake, migration and transition, the European Coordinator for ERTMS, including national Infrastructure Managers and Railway Undertakings representatives, shall facilitate and promote such governance ensuring the timely and harmonised deployment;

(Ex AM 390( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  396

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 6 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

6 a. The European Coordinator may cooperate with international organisations, for activities related to the European Transport Corridors which extend to neighbouring countries that are members of those international organisations.

(Ex AM 391( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  397

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Each European Coordinator of the European Transport Corridors and the two horizontal priorities shall draw up, at the latest two years after the entry into force of this Regulation and thereafter every four years, a work plan that provides a detailed analysis of the state of implementation of the corridor or horizontal priority under his/her competence and its compliance with the requirements of this Regulation as well as the priorities for its future development.

1. Each European Coordinator of the European Transport Corridors and the two horizontal priorities shall draw up, at the latest two years after the entry into force of this Regulation and thereafter every two years, a work plan that provides a detailed analysis of the state of implementation of the corridor or horizontal priority under his/her competence and its compliance with the requirements of this Regulation as well as the priorities for its future development.

(Ex AM 392( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  398

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The work plan shall be prepared in close cooperation with the Member States concerned and in consultation of the Corridor Forum and rail freight governance, or consultative forum of the horizontal priorities. The work plan of the European Transport Corridors shall be approved by the Member States concerned. The Commission shall submit the work plan to the European Parliament and the Council for information.

The work plan shall be prepared in close cooperation with the Member States concerned and in consultation of the Corridor Forum and rail freight governance, or consultative forum of the horizontal priorities. The European Coordinator shall also involve, where appropriate, the neighbouring countries concerned and relevant international organisations in the preparation of the work plan. The work plan of the European Transport Corridors shall be approved by the Member States concerned. The neighbouring countries concerned shall be consulted on the work plan of the European Transport Corridors. The Commission shall submit the work plan to the European Parliament and the Council for information.

(Ex AM 393( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  399

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 3 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) an identification of the missing links and bottlenecks hampering the development of the corridor;

(c) an identification of the missing links and bottlenecks hampering the development of the corridor, with particular attention to the cross-border sections;

(Ex AM 394( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  400

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 3 – point c a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(c a) an analysis of the state of play of cross-border sections with a view of identifying challenges and proposing concrete measures to comply with the dates set out in this Regulation and the coherence of the financial programming of the Member States concerned to achieve this aim.

(Ex AM 395( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  401

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 3 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) a description of possible solutions to address the investment needs and bottlenecks, in particular for the passenger and freight lines of the corridor;

(e) a description of possible solutions to address the investment needs and bottlenecks, in particular for the passenger and freight lines of the corridor, in order to meet the deadlines;

(Ex AM 396( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  402

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 3 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) a plan with intermediate targets for the removal of physical, technical, digital, operational and administrative barriers between and within transport modes and for the enhancement of efficient multimodal transport with particular attention to cross-border sections and national missing links.

(f) a plan with intermediate targets for the removal of physical, technical, digital, operational and administrative barriers between and within transport modes and for the enhancement of efficient and accessible multimodal transport with particular attention to rail and its cross-border sections and national missing links;

(Ex AM 397( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  403

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 3 – point f – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

For the analysis of the administrative barriers and the preparation of the plan, the European Coordinator shall take into account the recommendations of the European Court of Auditors, the works of the designated authorities as set in the Smart TEN-T Directive, as well as the recommendations of any relevant authorities.

(Ex AM 398( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  404

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 4 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. The European Coordinator shall support Member States in implementing the work plan, in particular as regards:

4. The European Coordinator shall support Member States and, where appropriate, neighbouring countries in implementing the work plan, in particular as regards:

(Ex AM 399( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  405

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 4 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) the priority setting in national planning, through the identification of implementation problems and bottlenecks, including operational issues, on each corridor or for each horizontal priority;

(a) the priority setting in national planning, through the identification of implementation problems and bottlenecks, including operational and administrative issues, on each corridor or for each horizontal priority;

(Ex AM 400( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  406

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 4 – point c a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(c a) monitoring project progress trends, and signalling early to the Commission potential significant delays;

(Ex AM 401( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  407

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 54 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Based on the first work plan of the European Coordinators, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act for each work plan of the European Transport Corridors and the two horizontal priorities. This implementing act shall set out the priorities for infrastructure and investment planning and for funding.

1. Based on the first work plan of the European Coordinators, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act for each work plan of the European Transport Corridors and the two horizontal priorities. This implementing act shall set out the priorities for infrastructure and investment planning and for timing in accordance with Article 6(1).

(Ex AM 402( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  408

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 54 – paragraph 4 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

4 a. Based on the annual work plan of the European Coordinators, the Commission shall submit an annual implementation report to the European Parliament and national Parliaments detailing what measures it took in order to guarantee the completion of the network as laid out in this Regulation.

 

The annual implementation report shall comprise a country by country reporting for each Transport Corridor and shall:

 

(a) include a forecast which projects, technical and operational standards, on each Transport Corridor are in danger of missing the deadlines as set out in this Regulation;

 

(aa) include an analysis of the investments required in the long-term maintenance plans, as set out in Article 48, on each Transport Corridor, as well as any identified shortcoming in maintenance or the financing resources required;

 

(b) include an explanation why the Commission did not start infringement procedures related to projects identified in point (a);

 

(c) inform about ongoing infringement procedures;

 

(d) inform about derogations from operational and technical standards;

 

(e) include an assessment about the impact of granted derogations from technical and operational standards and deadlines as defined in this Regulation on neighbouring countries.

(Ex AM 403( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  409

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 54 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Article 54 a

 

High-level agreements with neighbouring countries

 

1. Based on the first work plan of the European Coordinators, high-level agreements may be concluded between the Union and the neighbouring countries concerned for each work plan of the European Transport Corridors and for the two horizontal priorities where relevant.

 

2. The high-level agreements referred to in this Article shall set out the priorities for infrastructure and investment planning and for funding. They shall also include provisions on the communication by the neighbouring countries of regular reports on the progress achieved in implementing projects, indicating in particular the financial commitments made in the national budget plan.

(Ex AM 404( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  410

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 55 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Member States shall inform the Commission on a regular, comprehensive and transparent basis about the progress made in implementing projects of common interest and the investments made for that purpose. This information shall include the yearly transmission of data through the interactive geographical and technical information system for the trans-European transport network (TENtec). It shall include technical and financial data concerning projects of common interest on the trans-European transport network as well as data on the completion of the trans-European transport network.

1. Member States shall inform the Commission on a regular, comprehensive and transparent basis about the progress made in implementing projects of common interest and the investments made for that purpose, including for cross-border projects. This information shall include the yearly transmission of data through the interactive geographical and technical information system for the trans-European transport network (TENtec). It shall include technical and financial data concerning projects of common interest on the trans-European transport network as well as data on the completion of the trans-European transport network.

(Ex AM 405( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  411

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 55 – paragraph 3 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

3 a. The Commission shall introduce a network connectivity index with the aim of categorising the level of integration achieved through the use of services on each transport network and showing their potential. This network connectivity index shall be composed of connectivity indexes for the main transport modes. Those connectivity indexes shall identify the consistency, the quality, the diversity of the offer as well as the intermodal options.

 

The Commission shall ensure that the network connectivity index is regularly updated according to the implementation of projects on the TEN-T.

 

The index may be used as an indicator to channel Union funds where connectivity is lacking.

(Ex AM 406( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  412

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 55 – paragraph 3 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

3 b. With respect to the European Transport Corridors, the Commission shall carry out and periodically update a transport market study relating to the observed and expected changes in the traffic on the corridor, covering the different types of traffic, both regarding the transport of freight and the transport of passengers and measures to increase the predictability of implementation and facilitation that the relevant deadlines are met. In carrying out and updating that study, the Commission shall involve the coordinator of the relevant European Transport Corridor and the management board of the relevant rail freight corridor.

(Ex AM 407( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  413

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Subject to the second paragraph of Article 172 TFEU, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 60 to amend Annexes I and II, notably to take account of possible changes resulting from the quantitative thresholds laid down in Articles 20, 24 and 32. When adapting those Annexes, the Commission shall:

Subject to the second paragraph of Article 172 TFEU, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 60 to amend Annexes I and II, notably to take account of possible changes resulting from the quantitative thresholds laid down in Articles 20, 24 and 32. When adapting those Annexes, the Commission:

(Ex AM 408( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  414

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) include inland ports, maritime ports and airports in the comprehensive network, if it is demonstrated that the latest three-year average of their traffic volume exceeds the relevant threshold;

(a) shall include inland ports, maritime ports and airports in the comprehensive network, if it is demonstrated that the latest three-year average of their traffic volume exceeds the relevant threshold;

(Ex AM 409( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  415

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) exclude maritime ports and airports from the comprehensive network, if it is demonstrated that the average of their traffic volume over the last six years is below 85% of the relevant threshold;

(b) shall exclude maritime ports and airports from the comprehensive network, if it is demonstrated that the average of their traffic volume over the last six years is below 85% of the relevant threshold, except for ports which provide the sole point of access to a NUTS 3 region in the comprehensive network, or unless it is demonstrated by the respective Member State with sufficient evidence that this node is of high European added value and geostrategic relevance for the European internal market and the Union’s defense;

(Ex AM 410( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  416

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(b a) may include maritime ports in the comprehensive or core network, at the request of the Member State concerned, where it is demonstrated that the maritime port has acquired further European added value due to its geostrategic importance for the Union and provided that the requirements of Article 25 are complied with;

(Ex AM 411( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  417

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) include urban nodes in the trans-European transport network, if it is demonstrated that the number of inhabitants exceeds 100,000;

(c) shall include urban nodes in the trans-European transport network, if it is demonstrated that the number of inhabitants in the functional urban area exceeds 100,000 and with the approval of the Member State concerned;

(Ex AM 412( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  418

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(c a) may include urban nodes in the list of Annex II, at the request of the Member State concerned, if the urban node is located alongside an European Transport Corridor and provided that the requirements of Article 40 are complied with;

(Ex AM 413( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  419

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point c b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(c b) may exclude urban nodes in the list of Annex II, at the request of the Member State concerned and with the approval of urban node concerned, if it is demonstrated the number of inhabitants in the functional urban area is below 100,000;

(Ex AM 414( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  420

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) include multimodal freight terminals identified by the Member State according to Article 35(4) in the trans-European transport network;

(d) shall include multimodal freight terminals identified by the Member State according to Article 35(4) in the trans-European transport network;

(Ex AM 415( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  421

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) adjust the maps for road, railway and inland waterway infrastructure in a strictly limited way so as to reflect progress in completing the network. In adjusting those maps, the Commission shall not admit any adjustment in route alignment beyond that which is allowed by the relevant project authorisation procedure.

(e) shall adjust the maps for road, railway and inland waterway infrastructure in a strictly limited way so as to reflect progress in completing the network. In adjusting those maps, the Commission shall not admit any adjustment in route alignment beyond that which is allowed by the relevant project authorisation procedure.

(Ex AM 416( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  422

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The adaptations referred to in points (a) to (c) of the first subparagraph shall be based on the latest available statistics published by Eurostat or, if those statistics are not available, by the national statistics offices of the Member States. The adaptations referred to in point (d) of the first subparagraph shall be based on the action plan referred to in Article 35(4). The adaptations referred to in point (e) of the first subparagraph shall be based on the information provided by the Member States concerned in accordance with Article 55(1).

The adaptations referred to in points (a) to (c) of the first subparagraph shall be based on the latest available statistics published by Eurostat or, if those statistics are not available, by the national statistics offices of the Member States, while excluding years impacted by cyclical factors causing significant declines in traffic flows. The adaptations referred to in point (d) of the first subparagraph shall be based on the action plan referred to in Article 35(4). The adaptations referred to in point (e) of the first subparagraph shall be based on the information provided by the Member States concerned in accordance with Article 55(1).

(Ex AM 417( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  423

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 57 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

National procedures regarding the involvement and consultation of regional and local authorities and civil society concerned by a project of common interest shall be complied with, where appropriate, in the planning and construction phase of a project. The Commission shall promote the exchange of good practice in this regard, notably as regards the consultation and inclusion of people in situations of vulnerability.

National procedures regarding the involvement and consultation of regional and local authorities and civil society concerned by a project of common interest shall be complied with, where appropriate, in the planning and construction phase of a project, while respecting the deadlines for those consultations as set in the Smart TEN-T Directive. The Commission shall promote the exchange of good practice in this regard, notably as regards the consultation and inclusion of people in situations of vulnerability.

(Ex AM 418( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  424

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 58 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. National investment plans shall include all projects of common interest and related investments needed for the timely completion of the network.

2. National investment plans shall include all projects of common interest and related investments needed for the timely completion of the network, including for cross-broder projects.

(Ex AM 419( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  425

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 58 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Member States shall notify to the Commission the draft national plans and programmes, or any modification of those, with a view to developing the trans-European transport network, at least twelve months before their adoption. The Commission may issue an opinion no later than six months following the notification by the Member State on the coherence of the draft national plans and programmes with the priorities set out in this Regulation and with the priorities set out in the work plans for the corresponding corridor(s) and of the horizontal priorities and in the implementing acts adopted in accordance with Article 54(1). The Member States shall inform the Commission, no later than two months after notification of the opinion, on the measures adopted to address the recommendations set out in the opinion.

3. Member States shall notify to the Commission the draft national plans and programmes, or any modification of those, with a view to developing the trans-European transport network, at least twelve months before their adoption. The Commission may issue a decision no later than six months following the notification by the Member State on the coherence of the draft national plans and programmes with the priorities set out in this Regulation and with the priorities set out in the work plans for the corresponding corridor(s) and of the horizontal priorities and in the implementing acts adopted in accordance with Article 54(1). The Member States shall inform the Commission, no later than two months after notification of the decision, on the measures adopted to address the recommendations and shall take all the correcting measures before the final adoption of the national plan. Projects within national plans that are not aligned with Union transport policy shall not be considered to be a priority for receiving Union funds.

(Ex AM 420( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  426

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 61 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

By 31 December 2033, the Commission, having consulted with Member States as appropriate and with the assistance of the European Coordinators, shall carry out an assessment of the implementation of the core network, evaluating in particular its compliance with the requirements of this Regulation.

By 31 December 2028, the Commission, having consulted with Member States as appropriate and with the assistance of the European Coordinators, shall carry out an assessment of the implementation of the core network, evaluating in particular its compliance with the requirements of this Regulation.

(Ex AM 421( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  427

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 61 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The assessment shall take into account the annual status report and the work plans drawn up by the European Coordinators pursuant to Article 51(5), point (e) and Article 53(1) respectively.

The assessment shall take into account the national transport and invesment plans, the annual status report and the work plans drawn up by the European Coordinators pursuant to Article 51(5), point (e) and Article 53(1) respectively.

(Ex AM 422( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  428

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 61 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

By 31 December 2033, the Commission, having consulted with Member States as appropriate and with the assistance of the European Coordinators, shall carry out a review of the implementation of the extended core and the comprehensive network, evaluating:

By 31 December 2028, the Commission, having consulted with Member States as appropriate and with the assistance of the European Coordinators, shall carry out a review of the implementation of the extended core and the comprehensive network, evaluating:

(Ex AM 423( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  429

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 61 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) compliance with this Regulation;

(a) compliance with this Regulation, including the degree of compliance with the goals set for 2030, as well as the measures needed to ensure compliance with subsequent targets, such as targets for 2040 and 2050.;

(Ex AM 424( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  430

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 61 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) progress in the implementation of this Regulation;

(b) progress in the implementation of this Regulation, including any significant delays in concrete projects or sections of the network;

(Ex AM 425( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  431

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 62 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. In the event of significant delay in starting or completing work on the core network, extended core network and on the comprehensive network compared to the initial timeline set in implementing acts in accordance with Article 54 or defined in national transport and investment plans or other relevant project documentation, the Commission may ask the Member State or Member States concerned to provide the reasons for the delay. Such reasons shall be provided by the Member State or Member States within three months of the request. On the basis of the reply given, the Commission shall consult the Member State or Member States concerned in order to resolve the problem that has caused the delay.

1. In the event of delay in starting or completing work on the core network, extended core network and on the comprehensive network compared to the initial timeline set in implementing acts in accordance with Article 54 or defined in national transport and investment plans or other relevant project documentation, as well as delays for projects as set out in Article 5 of the Smart TEN-T Directive , the Commission shall ask the Member State or Member States concerned to provide the reasons for the delay. Such reasons shall be provided by the Member State or Member States within three months of the request. On the basis of the reply given, the Commission shall consult the Member State or Member States concerned in order to resolve the problem that has caused the delay.

(Ex AM 426( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  432

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 62 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. In case the delayed section concerns a European Transport Corridor, the European Coordinator shall be involved in view of resolving the problem.

2. In case the delayed section concerns a European Transport Corridor, the European Coordinator shall simultaneously to the requirement set out in paragraph 1, be involved in view of resolving the problem.

(Ex AM 427( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  433

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 62 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The Commission may, after considering the reasons provided by the Member State or Member States concerned pursuant to the first subparagraph, adopt a decision addressed to the Member State or Member States concerned, finding that the significant delay in starting or completing the work on the core network, extended core network or on the comprehensive network is attributable to the Member State or Member States without an objective justification. The Commission shall give the Member State or Member States concerned 6 months to eliminate the significant delay.

The Commission shall, after considering the reasons provided by the Member State or Member States concerned pursuant to the first subparagraph, adopt a decision addressed to the Member State or Member States concerned, finding that the delay in starting or completing the work on the core network, extended core network or on the comprehensive network is attributable to the Member State or Member States without an objective justification. The Commission shall give the Member State or Member States concerned 6 months to eliminate the delay.

(Ex AM 428( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  434

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 62 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

In case the delayed section concerns a project supported with Union funds under direct management, a reduction of the amount of the grant and/or an amendment or termination of the grant agreement may be initiated in accordance with the applicable rules.

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(Ex AM 429( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  435

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 62 – paragraph 3 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

3 a. In the event of a significant delay in starting or completing work on the core network, extended core network and on the comprehensive network compared to the initial timeline set in implementing acts referred to in Article 54 of this Regulation or defined in national transport and investment plans or other relevant project documentation, as well as delays for projects as set in Article 5 of the Smart TEN-T Directive, the Commission shall immediately launch an infringement procedure.

(Ex AM 430( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  436

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 62 – paragraph 3 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

3 b. In the event that the delayed or significantly delayed section concerns a project supported with Union funds under direct management, a reduction of the amount of the grant and/or an amendment or termination of the grant agreement may be initiated in accordance with the applicable rules.

(Ex AM 431( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  437

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 63 – subparagraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The provisions relating to railways, and in particular any requirement to connect airports and ports to railways as well as the provisions related to safe and secure parking and multimodal freight terminals shall not apply to Cyprus, Malta and outermost regions for as long as no railway system is established within their territory.

The provisions relating to railways, and in particular any requirement to connect airports and ports to railways as well as the provisions related to safe and secure parking and multimodal freight terminals shall not apply to Cyprus, Malta, islands and outermost regions for as long as no railway system is established within their territory.

(Ex AM 432( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  438

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 63 – subparagraph 1 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Article 16a shall not apply to Ireland.

 

(See EC amended proposal point 9)

(Ex AM 433( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  439

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 65 – paragraph 1 – point 7

Regulation (EU) N°913/2010

Article 9 – Paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. The management board shall carry out and periodically update a transport market study relating to the observed and expected changes in the traffic on the freight corridor, covering the different types of traffic, both regarding the transport of freight and the transport of passengers. This study shall also review, where necessary, the socio-economic costs and benefits stemming from the development of the freight corridor.

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(Ex AM 434( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  440

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 65 – paragraph 1 – point 8

Regulation (EU) No 913/2010

Article 11 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. The cooperation and the consultation shall address in particular:

3. The cooperation and the consultation between all parties shall address in particular:

(Ex AM 435( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  441

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 65 – paragraph 1 – point 8

Regulation (EU) No 913/2010

Article 11 – paragraph 3 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) need for targeted investments to remove local bottlenecks, such as connecting loops, improvements to nodes and last-mile infrastructure or technical equipment enhancing operational performance.

(c) need for targeted investments to upgrade infrastructure according to the TEN-T requirements and to remove local bottlenecks, such as connecting loops, improvements to nodes and last-mile infrastructure or technical equipment enhancing operational performance.

(Ex AM 436( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  442

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 65 – paragraph 1 – point 10

Regulation (EU) No 913/2010

Article 22 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Every four years from the time of the establishment of a freight corridor, the executive board referred to in Article 8(1) shall present to the Commission the results of the implementation plan for that corridor. The Commission shall analyse those results and notify the Committee referred to in Article 21 of its analysis.’

1. Every two years from the time of the establishment of a freight corridor, the executive board referred to in Article 8(1) shall present to the Commission the results of the implementation plan for that corridor. The Commission shall analyse those results and notify the Committee referred to in Article 21 of its analysis.’

(Ex AM 437( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  443

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 2/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Galati as Rail-Road Terminal (RRT)

(Ex AM 1631( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  444

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 2/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Buzau - Galati

(Ex AM 438( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  445

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 3/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Craiova - Caracal - Alexandria - București

(Ex AM 439( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  446

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 3/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to comprehensive network:

 

- Craiova - Pitești

(Ex AM 440( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  447

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 9/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to comprehensive network:

 

- Colmar - Freiburg rail passengers line

(Ex AM 441( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  448

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 9/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Haguenau - Roeschwoog - Rastatt rail passengers line

(Ex AM 442( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  449

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 11/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Zwolle (NL) - Münster (DE) rail passenger line

(Ex AM 443( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  450

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 11/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Railway from Emmen (NL) to Rheine (DE)

(Ex AM 444( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  451

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 11/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Amsterdam (NL) - Groningen (NL) - Bremen (DE) rail passenger line

(Ex AM 1648( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  452

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 11/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the Extended Core network:

 

- Include the railway connection ‘Lelylijn’ from Amsterdam to Groningen (NL)

(Ex AM 447( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  453

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 12/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Berlin – Küstrin-Kietz – Kostrzyn rail freight line (conventional/ new construction)

(Ex AM 448( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  454

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 12/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Karlsruhe (DE) Wörth - Lauterbourg (FR)- Strasbourg (FR)

(Ex AM 449( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  455

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 12/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Nürnberg - Amberg - Furth im Wald rail freight line (conventional/new construction

(Ex AM 1659( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  456

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 12/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Lübeck – Travemünde Skandinavienkai rail freight line (conventional/new construction)

(Ex AM 1660( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  457

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 12/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Neumünster – Bad Oldesloe rail freight line (conventional/new construction)

(Ex AM 445( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  458

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 12/23 and part 13/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Colmar-Freiburg rail passenger line (conventional/new construction)

(Ex AM 446( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  459

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 12/23 and part 13/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Rastatt-Hagenau rail passenger line (conventional/new construction)

(Ex AM 450( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  460

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 13/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Berlin -Kostrzyn(conventional / new construction)

(Ex AM 451( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  461

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 13/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Amsterdam (NL) - Groningen (NL) - Bremen (DE) rail passenger line

(Ex AM 452( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  462

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 13/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Nürnberg - Amberg - Furth im Wald rail passenger line (conventional/new construction)

(Ex AM 453( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  463

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Zaragoza-Tardienta (freight rail)

(Ex AM 454( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  464

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Zaragoza-Lleida-Tarragona (freight/conventional)

(Ex AM 455( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  465

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Santiago - Vigo - Ourense (rail freight / ≥ 200 km/h / New Constr.)

(Ex AM 1678( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  466

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- El Ferrol - A Coruña (rail freight / ≥ 200 km/h.)

 

- El Ferrol - Lugo - Monforte (rail freight / ≥ 200 km/h.)

(Ex AM 456( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  467

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23 and part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Astorga – Zamora – Salamanca – Plasencia (passenger and freight rail  / New Constr.)

(Ex AM 457( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  468

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23 and part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Alicante - San Isidro (freight and passenger/≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 1689( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  469

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23 and part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Port of Bahía de Cádiz

(Ex AM 1692( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  470

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23 and part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Granada – Motril (passenger and freight rail / Conventional / New Constr.)

(Ex AM 1694( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  471

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23 and part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add high speed for rail freight and passenger to the following to the core network:

 

Pamplona (ES)-Ezkio/Itxaso (ES)

(Ex AM 1695( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  472

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23 and part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Pau - Huesca (freight and passenger)

(Ex AM 1696( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  473

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 16/23 and part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add high speed for rail freight and passenger to the following to the core network:

 

Bilbao (ES)-Santander (ES)

(Ex AM 458( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  474

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Santiago - Ourense (passenger rail/ ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 459( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  475

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Utrera- Granada- Almería (passenger and freight rail/ ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 1701( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  476

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Medina del Campo – Salamanca – Fuentes de Oñoro (passenger rail / ≥ 200 km/h)

 

- Madrid – Adanero – Tordesillas – Benavente – Ponferrada – Lugo – A Coruña (Road)

 

- Astorga – León – Carrión de los Condes – Burgos (Road)

 

- Port of Bahía de Cádiz

 

- Vigo - Porto (passenger rail/ ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 1703( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  477

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 17/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Sevilla – Huelva – Faro (passenger rail / ≥ 200 km/h / New Constr.)

 

- Córdoba - Jaén – Granada (Conventional)

 

- Madrid – Alcázar de San Juan – Jaén (Conventional)

 

- Bilbao – Santander (passenger and freight rail / ≥ 200 km/h / New Constr.)

(Ex AM 462( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  478

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 18/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Bussoleno - Avigliana ( ≥ 200 km/h)

 

- Orbassano - Torino S.Paolo ( ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 463( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  479

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 18/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Bologna – Ancona ( ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 464( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  480

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 18/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Ancona – Foggia ( ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 460( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  481

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 18/23 and part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Zagreb (HR) - Maribor (SI) - Graz (AT) railfreight / passenger (conventional/new construction

(Ex AM 461( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  482

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – parts 18/23and 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Pula - Buzet (HR) - Divača (SI) - Trieste (IT) rail freight/passenger line Lupoglav – Buzet - state border (SI) - Prešnica (SI)

(Ex AM 465( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  483

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – parts 18/23 and 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Battipaglia - Praia a mare rail freight line and rail passenger line

(Ex AM 466( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  484

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 18/23 and part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Bolzano and Rovereto rail freight bypasses (conventional).

(Ex AM 1852( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1268\1268304EN.docx)

Amendment  485

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 18/23 and part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Caltanissetta - Marsala/Agrigento/Licata/Gela/Pozzallo rail freight line, rail passengers’ line (conventional)

(Ex AM 467( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  486

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Bussoleno - Avigliana ( ≥ 200 km/h)

 

- Orbassano - Torino S.Paolo ( ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 468( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  487

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Bologna – Ancona ( ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 469( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  488

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Ancona – Foggia ( ≥ 200 km/h)

(Ex AM 470( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  489

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Include the following sections as high-speed (≥ 250 km/h) rail passengers lines:

 

- Milano – Treviglio (core network)

 

- Treviglio – Verona (core network)

(Ex AM 471( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  490

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the extended core network:

 

- Bari - Brindisi - Lecce passengers rail line (conventional)

 

- Bologna - Foggia passengers rail line (high speed)

 

- Pisa – Roma passengers rail line (conventional)

 

- Rosignano Marittimo - Civitavecchia motorway.

(Ex AM 1723( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  491

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 19/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

Rijeka - Divača (SI) - Trieste (IT) road connection Kanfanar – Umag – State border - (SI) road connection

(Ex AM 472( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  492

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 21/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Craiova-Caracal-Alexandria-Bucureşti

 

Add Galati as Rail-Road Terminal

(Ex AM 473( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  493

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 1 – part 21/23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to comprehensive network

 

- Craiova - Pitesti

(Ex AM 482( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  494

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section AT

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node Name: Klagenfurt

Node Name: Klagenfurt

Rail road terminals: comprehensive (Villach -Fürnitz)

Rail road terminals: core (Villach -Fürnitz)

(Ex AM 474( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  495

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section DE

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Föhr Amrum

Deletion of the node.

(Ex AM 475( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  496

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section DE

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: List auf Sylt

Deletion of the node.

(Ex AM 476( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  497

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section DE

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Wyk auf Föhr

Deletion of the node.

(Ex AM 1731( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  498

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section DE

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Kiel

Node name: Kiel

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

 

(Ex AM 477( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  499

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section ES

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Castellón

Node name: Castellón

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

(Ex AM 478( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  500

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section ES

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Node name: Vilagarcía de Arousa

 

Maritime port: Comprehensive

(Ex AM 1741( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  501

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section ES

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Cádiz

Node name: Cádiz

Maritime port: Comprehensive (Bahía de Cádiz)

Maritime port: Core (Bahía de Cádiz)

(Ex AM 1745( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  502

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section ES

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Ferrol

Node name: Ferrol

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

(Ex AM 1749( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  503

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section ES

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Pontevedra (Puerto de Marín- Ría)

Node name: Pontevedra (Puerto de Marín- Ría)

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

 

Rail road terminals: Básica (San Roque)

(Ex AM 1750( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  504

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section ES

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Santander

Node name: Santander

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

(Ex AM 1752( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  505

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section ES

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Vigo

Node name: Vigo

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

 

(Ex AM 483( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  506

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section FI

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Node Name: Kaskinen

 

Maritime port: Comprehensive

(Ex AM 484( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  507

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section FI

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Oulu / Uleåborg

Node name: Oulu / Uleåborg

Maritime port: Comprehensive (Oulu)

Maritime port: Core (Oulu)

(Ex AM 1774( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  508

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section FI

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Kokkola

Node name: Kokkola

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

(Ex AM 1776( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  509

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section FI (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Node name: Pietarsaari

 

Maritime port: Comprehensive

 

(Ex AM 479( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  510

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section HR

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Ploče

Node name: Ploče

Maritime port: Comprehensive

Maritime port: Core

(Ex AM 480( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  511

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section IT

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Node name: Lecce

 

Urban node: X

(Ex AM 1766( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  512

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section IT

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Salerno

Node name: Salerno

 

Airport: Comprehensive

 

(Ex AM 481( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  513

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 – table – section IT

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Modena

Node name: Modena

 

Rail Road Terminals: Core (Marzaglia Multimodal Terminal)

(Ex AM 1768( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  514

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section PL

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node Name: Bydgoszcz

Node Name: Bydgoszcz

Rail road terminals: comprehensive (Bydgoszcz, Bydgoszcz – Południe)

Rail road terminals: core (Bydgoszcz, Bydgoszcz – Południe)

 

Amendment  515

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 2 - table - section RO

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Node name: Constanţa

Node name: Constanţa

Maritime port: core

Maritime port: core (Constanţa/Midia)

(Ex AM 485( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  516

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 1a/14 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(Ex AM 486( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  517

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 1b/14 (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(Ex AM 487( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  518

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 1/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the map of European Transport corridors:

 

Prolong the Western Balkans Corridor from Durres (ALB) accross the Adriatic Sea to Bari (IT) and connect, via Tirrana (ALB), to Skopje (MK) and Sofia (BG).

(Ex AM 488( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  519

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 1/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Western Balkans :

 

- Sofia - Skopje - Durres - Igoumenitsa (entire section)

(Ex AM 1789( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  520

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 2/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the Atlantic Corridor:

 

- Madrid – Adanero – Tordesillas – Benavente – Ponferrada – Lugo – A Coruña (Road)

 

- Astorga – León – Carrión de los Condes – Burgos (Road)

 

- A Coruña – Gijón – Santander - Bilbao (Road)

 

- Santiago – Vigo (Rail freight)

 

- Port of Bahía de Cádiz

 

- Sevilla – Huelva – Faro (Rail passengers)

(Ex AM 1790( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  521

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 2/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Atlantic Corridor:

 

- Santander - Bilbao (rail freight and passengers)

(Ex AM 1795( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  522

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 5/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor North Sea - Baltic Corridor :

 

- Zwolle (NL) - Münster (DE) rail passenger line

(Ex AM 489( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  523

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 6/14 - part 7/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the followingto the Scandinavian-Mediterranean Corridor:

 

- Villa San Giovanni - Messina motorway, passengers’s rail line, freight rail line (bridge - fixed link).

(Ex AM 490( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  524

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 7/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the Scandinavian -Mediterranean corridor:

 

- Stockholm-Oslo railway (rail passengers line)

(Ex AM 491( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  525

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 7/14 and part 8/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Baltic Sea - Adriatic Sea:

 

- Rijeka - Zagreb motorway

 

- port of Rijeka (“core”)

 

-Rijeka - Zagreb rail freight/passenger line

(Ex AM 492( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  526

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 9/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Rhine-Danube Corridor:

 

- Nürnberg - Sulzbach - Rosenberg - Amberg - Schwandorf rail freight and rail passengers line

 

The above rail line shall be included in the core network as specified in Annex 1

(Ex AM 493( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  527

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 9/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Rhine-Danube

 

- Craiova - Alexandria Bucureşti

(Ex AM 494( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  528

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 9/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Delete the following from the corridor Rhine-Danube:

 

- Craiova -Pitesti

(Ex AM 1802( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  529

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 9/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Rhine - Danube:

 

- Ruse - Razgrad - Shumen - Provadia - Devnya - Varna (inland waterways

 

The above lines shall be included in the core and/or the comprehensive network as specified in Annex

(Ex AM 1811( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  530

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 10/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the Mediterranean Corridor:

 

- Rijeka - Split motorway

 

- Rijeka - Split rail freight/passenger line

 

- port of Split (“core”)

 

- airport of Split (“core”)

(Ex AM 495( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  531

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 10/14 and part 11/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Mediterranean Corridor:

 

- Maintain the route of the Mediterranean Corridor, including across Hungary

(Ex AM 496( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  532

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 12/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Western Balkans :

 

- Port of Ploče

 

The above port shall be included in the core network as specified in Annex 1.

(Ex AM 498( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  533

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 13/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Baltic- Black-Aegean Seas:

 

- Craiova - Alexandria - Bucureşti

(Ex AM 499( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  534

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 – part 13/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Delete the following from the corridor Baltic- Black-Aegean Seas:

 

- Craiova - Pitesti

(Ex AM 497( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  535

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 3 - part 12/14 and part 13/14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the corridor Western Balkans :

 

- Sofia - Skopje - Durres - Igoumenitsa (road, rail freight and rail passengers, for the entire section )

 

- Port of Durres

(Ex AM 500( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  536

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 4 – part 2/12

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Stockholm - Oslo rail passengers line  (> 200 km/h / new construction)

(Ex AM 501( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  537

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 4 – part 8/12

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Ungheni - Balti

 

- Balti - Ocnita - Mohyliv / Podylski- Zhmerynka

(Ex AM 502( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  538

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 4 – part 8/12

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Delete the following from the comprehensive network:

 

- Balti - Soroca (MD/UA border)

 

- Soroca (MD/UA border) - Hardkivka

(Ex AM 503( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  539

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 4 – part 8/12

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Chișinău -Cainari

 

- Basarabeasca - Berezyne -Bilhorod - Odesa

 

- Basarabeasca - Etulia - Reni - Giurgiulesti

(Ex AM 504( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  540

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 4 – part 8/12

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the core network:

 

- Palanca - Odesa

(Ex AM 505( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  541

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex 4 – part 8/12

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Add the following to the comprehensive network:

 

- Anenii Noi - Odesa

 

- Riscani - Soroca

 

- Soroca - Vinnytsia - Zhitomir 

(Ex AM 506( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  542

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Goals and objectives: A Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) shall have as central goal improving accessibility of the functional urban area and providing high-quality, safe and sustainable low-emission mobility to, through and within the functional urban area. It shall notably support zero-emission mobility and the implementation of an urban transport system which contributes to a better overall performance of the trans-European transport network, in particular through the development of infrastructure for the seamless circulation of zero-emission vehicles as well as of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections and of multimodal freight terminals serving urban nodes.

1. Goals and objectives: A Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) shall have as central goal improving accessibility of the functional urban area to all users, with particular attention to persons with disabilities or reduced mobility, and providing high- quality, safe, accessible, affordable and sustainable mobility to, through and within the functional urban area. It shall notably support zero- and low-emission mobility, including active mode and public transport, and the implementation of an urban transport system which contributes to a better overall performance of the trans-European transport network, in particular through the development of infrastructure for the seamless circulation of zero- and low-emission vehicles as well as of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections and of multimodal freight terminals serving urban nodes

(Ex AM 507( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  543

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Long-term vision and short-term implementation plan: A SUMP shall include a – or be linked to an existing – long term strategy for the future development of transport infrastructure and multi-modal services. It shall also include a delivery plan for the short-term implementation of the strategy. It shall be embedded into an integrated approach for sustainable development of the urban area and linked to relevant land-use and spatial planning.

2. Long-term vision and short-term implementation plan: A SUMP shall include a – or be linked to an existing – long term strategy, including in financial terms, for the future development of transport infrastructure and multi-modal services. It shall also include a delivery plan for the short-term implementation of the strategy. It shall be embedded into an integrated approach for sustainable and accessible development of the urban area and linked to relevant land-use and spatial planning.

(Ex AM 508( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  544

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Integration of the different modes of transport: A SUMP shall promote multimodal transport through the integration of the different modes and measures aimed at facilitating seamless and sustainable mobility. It shall include actions to increase the modal share of the more sustainable forms of transport such as public transport, active mobility, and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime transport. It shall also include actions to promote zero-emission mobility, in particular with regard to the greening of the urban fleet, to reduce congestion and to improve road safety in particular of vulnerable road users.

3. Integration of the different modes of transport: A SUMP shall promote multimodal accessible transport through the integration of the different modes and measures aimed at facilitating seamless and sustainable mobility. It shall include actions to increase the modal share of the more sustainable forms of transport such as public transport, active mobility, shared mobility, and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime transport. It shall also include actions to promote zero- and low-emission mobility, in particular with regard to the greening of the urban fleet, to reduce congestion, to improve accessibility for all users and to improve road safety in particular of vulnerable road users, in accordance with Union road safety standards, including for active modes.

(Ex AM 509( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  545

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V– point 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. Effective functioning of TEN-T: A SUMP should duly take into account the impact of various urban measures on the traffic flows, both passenger and freight, on the trans-European transport network with the aim to ensure seamless transit, bypass, or interconnection through and around the urban nodes, including of zero-emission vehicles. It shall in particular include actions to alleviate congestion, improve road safety and remove bottlenecks affecting the traffic flows on the TEN-T.

4. Effective functioning of TEN-T: A SUMP should duly take into account the impact of various urban measures on the traffic flows, both passenger and freight, on the trans-European transport network with the aim to ensure seamless transit, bypass, or interconnection through and around the urban nodes, including of zero- and low-emission vehicles. It shall in particular include actions to alleviate congestion, improve road safety and remove bottlenecks affecting the traffic flows on the TEN-T.

(Ex AM 510( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  546

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. Participatory approach: The development and implementation of a SUMP shall be based on an integrated approach with a high level of cooperation, coordination and consultation between the different levels of government and relevant authorities. Citizens as well as representatives of civil society and economic actors shall also be involved.

5. Participatory approach: The development and implementation of a SUMP shall be based on an integrated approach with a high level of cooperation, coordination and consultation between the different levels of government and relevant authorities, in particular urban transport authorities. Citizens, accessibility experts, as well as representatives of civil society and economic actors shall also be actively involved. Cooperation between urban and regional authorities shall be established, where relevant, in order to increase accessibility and connectivity between urban and rural areas.

(Ex AM 511( Or. en) of FdR \\ipolbrusnvf01\TRAN\docep\AM\1274380EN.docx)

Amendment  547

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. Monitoring and performance indicators: A SUMP shall include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility services, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities. The implementation of a SUMP shall be monitored using performance indicators. Member States and the relevant authorities shall implement mechanisms to ensure that a SUMP is in line with the provisions of this Annex and of high quality.

6. Monitoring and performance indicators: A SUMP shall include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, improved management of traffic flows, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility services for all users, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities. The implementation of a SUMP shall be monitored using performance indicators. Member States and the relevant authorities shall implement mechanisms to ensure that a SUMP is in line with the provisions of this Annex and of high quality. The Commission shall, in collaboration with the national SUMP contact point, regularly monitor the proper implementation of SUMPs, foster exchange of best practices and may issue recommendations in case of non-compliance with the minimum requirements and standards.

(Ex AM 1849( Or. en) of FdR \\epadesres\commis\IPOL\TRAN\AM\1271\1271201EN.docx)

Amendment  548

Proposal for a regulation

Annex VI – paragraph 1 – point 2 – point j

Regulation (EU) 2021/1153

Annex – part III – point 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(j) the thirty-fifth row with the title ‘Core network corridor “Scandinavian – Mediterranean”’ and the thirty-sixth row containing its alignment is deleted.

(j) the thirty-fifth row with the title ‘Core network corridor “Scandinavian – Mediterranean”’ and the thirty-sixth row containing its alignment is deleted; following the thirty-seventh row containing the cross-border links on that corridor, insert a new row adding the "Missing link" "Villa San Giovanni – Messina (fixed link)" for "Road/Rail";

 


 

EXPLANATORY STATEMENT

BACKGROUND AND MOTIVATION FOR THE REGULATION

The Union needs an efficient, sustainable, multimodal and modern transport infrastructure for all modes which connects its citizens and businesses in order to support its internal market and trade, to strengthen economic, social and territorial cohesion, while contributing to its decarbonisation objective. The trans-European transport networks (TEN-T) represents the main pillar of EU transport infrastructure policy and is designed in three gradually strategic layers to be timely completed: the core by 2030, the extended core by 2040 and the comprehensive networks by 2050. The completion of the core network alone is expected to generate an additional EUR 4 500 billion or 1.8% of Union GDP and account for 13 million job-years until 2030.

However, against those benefits, the TEN-T deployment faces several difficulties that require to be addressed in this revision:

- Capacity bottlenecks, remaining missing links and insufficient network connectivity hampering multimodality;

- Insufficient and incomplete TEN-T infrastructure standards for each mode;

- Lack of alignment with EU decarbonisation objective, paired with an increasing modal-shift and resilience of the infrastructure;

- Operational and administrative barriers, including lengthy cross-border waiting times;

- Inadequate governance instruments and enforcement of the Regulation;

- Delays threatening the timely completion of the core network, causing stranded assets for Member States which managed to build their section and preventing the full network benefits;

 

PROPOSALS MADE BY THE REPORT

It is against this background that the rapporteurs welcome this revision, which aims to make transport more sustainable, affordable and efficient, to foster multimodality, modal-shift, interoperability and digitalisation while improving its resilience and common governance instruments. Whereas the rapporteurs consider that the efforts should be driven towards those goals, they believe that some provisions need to be strengthened if the Union wants to meet in time its objectives:

- An increased ambition for standards and requirements, with limited exemptions

Standards and requirements for each mode have been strengthened to an extent realistically achievable by Member States and in order to meet Union’s transport objectives, as laid out in the white paper on transport and in the sustainable and smart mobility strategy. Exemptions, on the other hand, have been limited to specific cases, which could lead to misallocation of scarce resources, and to guarantee a coherent and timely deployment of the infrastructure. In this regard, the rapporteurs believe that transport investments should be appreciated not only in terms of costs, but as an economic catalyser enabling long-term growth while contributing to achieve Union’s climate targets.

- Urban nodes

Urban nodes play an important role on the TEN-T as starting or final destination for passengers and freight flows. Provisions have been introduced to ensure that capacity bottlenecks and insufficient connectivity within urban nodes do not hamper multimodality along the TEN-T, while fully taking into account the divers challenges of each urban node and the principle of subsidiarity.

- Smart and innovative infrastructure

Digitalisation is not an end in itself. It makes transport and especially multimodality more accessible, efficient and affordable for citizens and businesses. Moreover, it contributes substantially to improving the safety and sustainability of our transport system while also enabling the responsible authorities to better enforce European common rules.

- Resilience, military mobility and strategic autonomy

TEN-T should be future-proof. Given the new geopolitical context or climate and environmental conditions, provisions have been included to increase the long-term security and resilience of the transport infrastructure. Considerations on the strategic autonomy that represent some critical transport infrastructure have also been introduced.

- Cooperation with third countries

Following the Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, and the position adopted by Belarus in that conflict, cooperation with third countries has been updated to take into account this new geopolitical landscape, by cutting ties with Russia & Belarus and enhancing partnership with Ukraine & Moldova. 

- Maintenance

Maintenance is key to ensure high-quality, modern, smart and resilient infrastructure. However, too often maintenance is not properly provided nor included at the earliest stage of a project planning and through its life-time. Provisions on maintenance have been included to address further this issue.

- Reinforced European priorities

One of the main threats of missing the deadline of completion of the core network by 2030 is the misalignment between national transport plans and investments with the European priorities. To address this issue, the rapporteurs strengthen the coherence between those, as well as the conditionality between European funding with European priorities in terms of transport infrastructure deployment. 

- Governance

Governance tools have to be reinforced in order to ensure a coherent deployment and timely completion of the TEN-T. To do so, reporting and monitoring instruments have been strengthened, including the role of the European Coordinators and their work plans, as well as provisions to prevent significant delays on the starting or completing work on the networks.

 

The rapporteurs are convinced that those provisions will greatly contribute to the effective and timely completion of TEN-T networks, in order to build an efficient, sustainable, seamless, high quality and futureproof multimodal transport network across the European Union and its neighbouring countries.


 

 

 

OPINION OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE INTERNAL MARKET AND CONSUMER PROTECTION (14.7.2022)

for the Committee on Transport and Tourism

on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on Union guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 and Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) 1315/2013

(COM(2021)0812 – C9‑0472/2021 – 2021/0420(COD))

Rapporteur for opinion: Salvatore De Meo



SHORT JUSTIFICATION

An efficient and well-developed trans-European transport network is essential for the smooth functioning as well as for the strengthening of the single market. In fact, it is through this network that the Union ensures the free movement of people and goods within its territory.

 

To this end, it is necessary that the trans-European transport network overcomes its existing limits through targeted investments able to contribute to the improvement of the network in terms of accessibility, inclusiveness and sustainability. In particular, making infrastructures and services more accessible to users, including persons with disabilities and reduced mobility, is a necessary condition for the proper functioning of the network, through the elimination of remaining bottlenecks that still generate congestion and by ensuring fast and continuous connections.

 

Furthermore, to achieve the objectives set by this Regulation, it is necessary that free access to the networks is guaranteed in all Member States, as well as that sufficient funds are put in place to allow the construction and maintenance of infrastructures and to allow transport sector businesses to make long-term investment plans.

 

It is also of great importance to ensure access to European transport corridors to small and medium-sized enterprises, which are often located in peripheral production centres or in more remote areas. In this regard, it will be essential to create synergies between the structural funds allocated for the construction of the trans-European transport network and national infrastructure investments made through other funds, including the national recovery and resilience plans.

 

Among the priorities, the involvement of the whole European business sector through intermodal connections will be crucial, as well as the involvement of local and regional authorities through a structured dialogue with the European coordinators.

 

Finally, in the light of the recent dramatic events in Ukraine, the rapporteur considers that is it essential for the trans-European transport network to be adapted in order to allow the Union to strengthen its objectives also in terms of military and food security. It is therefore crucial to channel specific investments towards strategic infrastructure segments and to include strategic agri-food production centres within an efficient network.

 

AMENDMENTS

The Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection calls on the Committee on Transport and Tourism, as the committee responsible, to take into account the following amendments:

 

Amendment  1

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(4) The realisation of the trans-European transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more sustainable, affordable and inclusive, to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition, notably by ensuring a fair transition, in line with the objectives presented in the Council Recommendation (EU) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality.

(4) The realisation of the trans-European transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more sustainable, accessible, affordable and inclusive, to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition, notably by ensuring a fair transition, in line with the objectives presented in the Council Recommendation (EU) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality.

Amendment  2

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(5) The planning, development and operation of the trans-European transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport, provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain, thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the Union. In addition, the network should aim at strengthening economic, social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union, including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas. The development of the trans-European transport network should also enable seamless, safe and sustainable mobility of goods and persons in all their diversity, and should contribute to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective, by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way.

(5) The planning, development and operation of the trans-European transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport, provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire production chain and the entire logistic chain, thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the Union. In addition, the network should aim at strengthening economic, social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union, including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas. The development of the trans-European transport network should also enable seamless, safe and sustainable mobility of goods and persons in all their diversity, including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility, and should contribute to further passenger rights and price transparency, as well as economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective, by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way for the benefit of the passenger.

Amendment  3

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 8 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(8a) Active mode infrastructures avoid disproportionate disruptions and disconnections to short distance paths, alleviate congestion on the road and rail network and lead to the removal of existing barriers. Active mode infrastructures also contribute to the Union's climate goals, improve public health and provide economic benefits. The planning of new infrastructure, as well as the maintenance and upgrading works in respect of the older infrastructures of the trans-European transport network, should therefore take into consideration active mode infrastructures, including walking and cycling infrastructures.

Amendment  4

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 10

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(10) In order to achieve a high-quality and efficient transport infrastructure across all modes, the development of the trans-European transport network should take into account the security and safety of passengers and freight movements, the contribution to climate change and the impact of climate change and of potential natural hazards and human-made disasters on infrastructure and accessibility for all transport users, especially in regions that are particularly affected by the negative impacts of climate change.

(10) In order to achieve a high-quality and efficient transport infrastructure across all modes, the development, maintenance and upgrading of the trans-European transport network should take into account the security and safety of passengers and freight movements, the contribution to climate change and the impact of climate change and of potential natural hazards and human-made disasters on infrastructure and accessibility for all transport users, especially in regions that are particularly affected by the negative impacts of climate change.

Amendment  5

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 10 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(10a) Member States should develop strategies, in consultation with local authorities and businesses, on the infrastructural, logistical and transportation needs of smaller production centres, in order to ensure coherence and synergies between the trans-European transport network infrastructures and internal areas with smaller centres of production that are not covered by the trans-European transport network.

Amendment  6

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 10 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(10b) In the development of the trans-European transport network, special attention should be given to ensure that access to the market is guaranteed to SMEs.

Amendment  7

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 10 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(10c) As signatories to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), the Union and all Member States are legally obliged to ensure that persons with disabilities have access, on a equal basis with others, to transport and the built environment. The Commission has included the revision of the TEN-T Guidelines in its list of actions of the Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030. Finally, with its Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, the EU has committed to "making mobility fair and just for all", including by improving accessibility for passengers with disabilities. The rights of persons with disabilities should therefore be fully integrated in the revision of the TEN-T Guidelines.

Amendment  8

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 16

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(16) The interests of regional and local authorities, as well as those of the public concerned by a project of common interest, should be appropriately taken into account in the planning and construction phase of projects.

(16) The interests of regional and local authorities, as well as those of the public concerned by a project of common interest, as well as those of businesses and SMEs, should be appropriately taken into account in the planning and construction phase of projects.

Amendment  9

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 17

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(17) The definition of the trans-European transport network should be based on a common and transparent methodology and should represent the highest level of infrastructure planning within the Union. It should be multimodal, that is to say it should include all transport modes and their connections as well as relevant traffic and travel information management systems.

(17) The definition of the trans-European transport network should be based on a common and transparent methodology and should represent the highest level of infrastructure planning within the Union. It should be multimodal, that is to say it should include all transport modes and their connections as well as relevant traffic and travel information management systems, and it should offer all transport users a high level of accessibility to networks.

Amendment  10

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 18

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(18) The trans-European transport network should be gradually developed in three steps with the overall aim to realise a multimodal and interoperable European wide network of high quality standards, while respecting the overall Union climate neutrality and environmental objectives: the completion of a core network by 2030, of an extended core network by 2040 and of the comprehensive network by 2050.

(18) The trans-European transport network should be gradually developed in three steps with the overall aim to realise a multimodal and interoperable European wide network of high quality standards, while ensuring the smooth functioning of the internal market and respecting the overall Union climate neutrality and environmental objectives: the completion of a core network by 2030, of an extended core network by 2040 and of the comprehensive network by 2050.

Amendment  11

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 21

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(21) The comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative fuels infrastructure in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero-emission mobility, in line with the milestones set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy.

(21) The comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative fuels infrastructures that are accessible to users in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero-emission mobility, in line with the milestones set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy and taking into consideration the needs of consumers and businesses, in particular SMEs.

Amendment  12

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 24

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(24) The core network with a deadline of 2030 and the extended core network with a deadline of 2040 should constitute the foundation of the sustainable multimodal transport network, representing the strategically most important nodes and links of the trans-European transport network, according to traffic needs. They should stimulate the development of the entire comprehensive network and enable Union action to concentrate on those components of the trans-European transport network with the highest European added value, in particular cross-border sections, missing links, multimodal connecting points and major bottlenecks.

(24) The core network with a deadline of 2030 and the extended core network with a deadline of 2040 should constitute the foundation of the sustainable multimodal transport network, representing the strategically most important nodes and links of the trans-European transport network, according to traffic needs. They should stimulate the development of the entire comprehensive network and enable Union action to concentrate on those components of the trans-European transport network with the highest European added value, in particular cross-border sections, missing links, multimodal connecting points, freight terminals and major bottlenecks.

Amendment  13

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 24 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(24a) The cross-border use of the European Modular System could contribute to improving the efficiency and environmental impact of the road freight transport and to ensuring that Union's sustainability and emission objective are reached.

Amendment  14

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 26

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(26) Exemptions from the infrastructure requirements applicable to the core, extended core and comprehensive network should be possible only in duly justified cases and subject to certain conditions. This should include cases where investment cannot be justified, or where there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, for example in outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions or in sparsely populated areas, or for isolated or partially isolated networks.

(26) Exemptions from the infrastructure requirements applicable to the core, extended core and comprehensive network should be possible only in duly justified cases and subject to certain conditions. This should include cases where investment cannot be justified, or where there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, for example in outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions or in sparsely populated areas, or for isolated or partially isolated networks. In the case of sparsely populated areas, exemptions should only be applicable to infrastructures that are situated in areas of origin or destination, and not to infrastructures that are crucial transit points.

Amendment  15

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 26 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(26a) Such exemptions should in no way hamper the rights of accessibility of all transport users to the networks in peripheral areas, and should not undermine services which are vital for business, including SMEs, in urban and industrial areas of big economic importance.

Amendment  16

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 32

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(32) In order to establish the trans-European transport network in a coordinated and timely manner, thereby making it possible to maximise network effects, Member States concerned should ensure that appropriate measures are taken to finalise the projects of common interest of the core, the extended core and the comprehensive network by the given deadlines 2030, 2040 and 2050 respectively. To this end, Member States should ensure that there is coherence of the national transport and investment plans with the priorities set out in this Regulation and in the work plans of the European Coordinators.

(32) In order to establish the trans-European transport network in a coordinated and timely manner, thereby making it possible to maximise network effects, Member States concerned should ensure that appropriate measures are taken to finalise the projects of common interest of the core, the extended core and the comprehensive network by the given deadlines 2030, 2040 and 2050 respectively. To this end, Member States should ensure that there is coherence of the national transport and investment plans with the priorities set out in this Regulation and in the work plans of the European Coordinators. Member States should also make sure that the goals of the national recovery and resilience plans, as well as other national investment plans, complement the objectives of the trans-European transport network.

Amendment  17

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 34

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(34) Projects of common interest to develop the trans-European transport network in line with the requirements set out in this Regulation have European added value, as they contribute to a high-quality, interoperable and multimodal European network, increasing sustainability, cohesion, efficiency or user benefits. The European added value is higher if it leads, in addition to the potential value for the respective Member State alone, to significant improvements of transport connections or transport flows between Member States or between a Member State and a third country. Such cross-border projects should be the subject of priority intervention by the Union in order to ensure that they are implemented.

(34) Projects of common interest to develop the trans-European transport network in line with the requirements set out in this Regulation have European added value, as they contribute to a high-quality, interoperable and multimodal European network, strenghtening the functioning of the internal market, increasing its sustainability, accessibility, cohesion and efficiency, as well as user benefits. The European added value is higher if it leads, in addition to the potential value for the respective Member State alone, to significant improvements of transport connections or transport flows between Member States or between a Member State and a third country. Such cross-border projects should be the subject of priority intervention by the Union in order to ensure that they are implemented.

Amendment  18

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 35

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(35) Member States and other project promoters should ensure that assessments of projects of common interest are carried out efficiently, avoiding unnecessary delays.

(35) Member States and other project promoters should ensure that assessments of projects of common interest are carried out efficiently, avoiding unnecessary delays. Those assessments should also take into account the accessibility needs of all users. Moreover, indicators of the benefits expected to accrue for businesses of all sizes, including SMEs, and for passengers should also be taken into consideration when assessing projects of common interests.

Amendment  19

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 36

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(36) Projects of common interest for which Union funding is sought should be the subject of a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis based on a recognised methodology, taking into account the relevant social, economic, climate-related and environmental benefits and costs as well as the life-cycle approach. The analysis of climate-related and environmental costs and benefits should be based on the environmental impact assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council21 .

(36) Projects of common interest for which Union funding is sought should be the subject of a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis based on a recognised methodology, taking into account the relevant social, economic, climate-related and environmental benefits and costs as well as the life-cycle approach and the degree of accessibility available to all transport users from the early stages of the projects. The analysis of climate-related and environmental costs and benefits should be based on the environmental impact assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council21 .

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21 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

21 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

Amendment  20

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(38) Cooperation with third countries, including neighbouring countries, is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the Union and those countries. In view of this, where appropriate, the Union should promote projects of common interest with those countries, assessing and ensuring that the objectives and requirements of the trans-European transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability of the Union network.

(38) Cooperation with third countries, including neighbouring countries, is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the Union and those countries, in addition to continuous and high-standard accessibility along the networks in such countries. In view of this, where appropriate, the Union should promote projects of common interest with those countries, assessing and ensuring that the objectives and requirements of the trans-European transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability of the Union network.

Amendment  21

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 39

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(39) To achieve transformation of the transport sector into a truly multimodal system of sustainable and smart mobility services, the Union should build a high quality transport network with rail services meeting minimum line speed. Competitive passenger rail has a high potential for the decarbonisation of transport. There is the need to develop a coherent and interoperable European high speed rail network linking its capitals and major cities. Complementing existing high speed lines with passenger lines at a minimum line speed of 160 km/h should in return lead to network effects, a more coherent network and an increased number of passengers travelling by rail. The completion of a high-performance network will also facilitate the development and introduction of new or different models of capacity allocation, for example interval-service timetables enabled by the Timetable Redesign (TTR) initiative.

(39) To achieve transformation of the transport sector into a truly multimodal system of sustainable and smart mobility services, the Union should build a high quality transport network with rail services meeting minimum line speed. Competitive passenger rail has a high potential for the decarbonisation of transport. Taking into account the ambitious targets set by the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy in terms of high-speed network, this Regulation should focus inter alia on ensuring rail high-speed connectivity between capitals and major cities in the European Union through the development of a coherent and interoperable European high speed rail network linking its capitals and major cities. Complementing existing high-speed lines with passenger lines at a minimum line speed of 160 km/h should in return lead to network effects, a more coherent network and an increased number of passengers travelling by rail. The completion of a high-performance network will also facilitate the development and introduction of new or different models of capacity allocation, for example interval-service timetables enabled by the Timetable Redesign (TTR) initiative.

Amendment  22

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 39 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(39a) In order to achieve such objectives, accessibility of rail services should be increased for passengers, including for persons with disabilities or reduced mobility. Passengers should have a seamless user experience when searching, selecting and buying their railway services. Therefore, sector-based solutions that aim to create a common European platform for the emission of tickets in a multimodal way should be supported. That platform should provide passengers with clear and complete information on their travels, as well as a single ticket for their cross-border trips valid across all Member States.

Amendment  23

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 40

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(40) A more sustainable, resilient and reliable rail freight network across Europe should be established to contribute to the competitiveness of combined transport. The infrastructure for combined railway transport and of terminals should be upgraded to ensure that intermodal transport is primarily done by rail, inland waterways or short-sea shipping and that any initial and/or final legs carried out by road are as short as possible.

(40) Combined transport solutions play a decisive role in creating favourable conditions that result in economic benefits for businesses and SMEs. They should therefore be considered to be at the core of the Union transport and infrastructure projects of common interest. A more sustainable, resilient and reliable rail freight network across Europe should be established to contribute to the competitiveness of combined transport. In that context, special attention should be given to perishable goods, including food, when strengthening the rail freight network to contribute to the Union's food security objectives. The infrastructure for combined railway transport and of terminals should be upgraded to ensure that intermodal transport is primarily done by rail, inland waterways or short-sea shipping and that any initial and/or final legs carried out by road are as short as possible. In order to ensure that combined transport solutions are put into operation effectively, the economic benefits connected to the intermodal terminals should, where possible, be quantified by the public authorities, in cooperation with the relevant stakeholders, in order to assess the strategic value of the terminals and to plan adequate investments.

Amendment  24

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 42

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(42) ERTMS should be deployed in a continuous manner not only on the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, including in the urban nodes, but also on access routes to multimodal terminals. This will enable operations with ERTMS only and boost the business case of railway undertakings.

(42) ERTMS should be deployed in a continuous and synchronised manner not only on the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, including in the urban nodes, but also on access routes to multimodal terminals. This will enable operations with ERTMS only and boost the business case of railway undertakings.

Amendment  25

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 44 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(44a) Given the importance of the deployment of ERTMS to ensure equal and increased access to the traffic routes to all rail freight transport businesses, it is vital that Member States and Union Institutions devote great financial efforts to ensuring an accelerated deployment of ERTMS radio based system across the whole rail transport network, along with the retrofitting of all types of rolling stock.

Amendment  26

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 49

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(49) The trans-European transport network should ensure efficient multimodality in order to allow better and more sustainable modal choices to be made for passengers and freight and in order to enable large volumes to be consolidated for transfers over long distances. Multimodal terminals should play a key role to meet this objective.

(49) The trans-European transport network should ensure efficient multimodality in order to allow better and more sustainable modal choices to be made for passengers and freight and in order to enable large volumes to be consolidated for transfers over long distances. Multimodal terminals should play a key role to meet this objective. Moreover, their economic relevance to the operations of businesses, including SMEs, and hauliers in connection with the related road and rail stretches, other than urban nodes and areas of high economic importance in central and industrial peripheral areas, should be properly assessed in order to foster greater public and private investment in multimodal terminals and combined transport operations. The design and construction of transport infrastructure should comply with the relevant requirements laid down in Union law and national law.

Amendment  27

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 49 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(49a) When defining their investment strategy for multimodal terminals and combined operations, the authorities and the stakeholders involved should also take due account of the costs of the operations in the terminal which are borne by the carriers and by the terminal owners, with the aim of assessing the requirements of such terminals in terms of innovation, technological upgrades and capacity potential, as well as the related expected impact of innovation investments and public financing on the operations of the transport operators involved.

Amendment  28

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 50

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(50) Urban nodes play an important role on the trans-European transport network as starting point or final destination ("last mile") for passengers and freight moving on the trans-European transport network and are points of transfer within or between different transport modes. It should be ensured that capacity bottlenecks and an insufficient network connectivity within urban nodes do no longer hamper multimodality along the trans-European transport network.

(50) Urban nodes play an important role on the trans-European transport network as starting point or final destination ("last mile") for passengers and freight moving on the trans-European transport network and are points of transfer within or between different transport modes. It should be ensured that capacity bottlenecks, in particular for alternative fuels and recharging infrastructures, and an insufficient network connectivity within urban nodes do no longer hamper multimodality and combined transport solutions along the whole trans-European transport network.

Amendment  29

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 51

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(51) As an effective single framework for tackling urban mobility challenges, urban nodes should develop a Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP), which is a long-term, all-encompassing integrated freight and passenger mobility plan for the entire functional urban area22 . It should include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility services, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities.

(51) As an effective single framework for tackling urban mobility challenges, urban nodes should develop a Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP), which is a long-term, all-encompassing integrated freight and passenger mobility plan for the entire functional urban area22. It should include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility services, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities. The SUMPs and the data should be published, in accordance with a participatory approach, to allow proper scrutiny by civil society, citizens and economic actors.

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22 The SUMP concept was first proposed in the 2013 EU Urban mobility package (COM(2013)913 final, Annex I)

22 The SUMP concept was first proposed in the 2013 EU Urban mobility package (COM(2013)913 final, Annex I)

Amendment  30

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 51 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(51a) The SUMP instruments should also include strategic indicators assessing the economic relevance of multimodal terminals and combined transport solutions to the interests of transport operators, hauliers, businesses and SMEs with the aim of fostering sustainable investments and strategic planning across urban and peripheral areas of high economic importance for the local communities.

Amendment  31

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 52

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(52) Member States should establish a national SUMP support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of SUMPs and improving coordination among regions, cities and towns. It should support regions and urban areas to develop high-quality SUMPs and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the SUMP implementation through legislative measures, guidance, capacity building, assistance and possibly financial support.

(52) Member States should establish a national SUMP support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of SUMPs and improving coordination among regions, cities and towns, as well as among business organisations, SMEs networks and transport companies. It should support regions and urban areas to develop high-quality SUMPs and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the SUMP implementation through legislative measures, guidance, capacity building, assistance and possibly financial support.

Amendment  32

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 54

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(54) Multimodal digital mobility services help to enhance the integration of the different transport modes by combining several transport offers into one. Their further development should contribute to nudge behaviours towards the most sustainable modes, public transport and active modes such as walking and cycling.

(54) Multimodal digital mobility services help to enhance the integration of the different transport modes by combining several transport offers into one. Their further development should contribute to nudge behaviours towards the most sustainable modes and connectivity solutions, public transport and active modes such as walking and cycling.

Amendment  33

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 55

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(55) Information and Communication Technology (ICT) systems for transport are necessary in order to provide the basis for optimising traffic and transport operations and traffic safety and improving related services. Information flows in the transport and mobility network should be facilitated, including through the deployment of the Union Mobility Data Space. Information to passengers, including information on ticketing and reservation systems, should be available.

(55) Information and Communication Technology (ICT) systems for transport are necessary in order to provide the basis for optimising traffic and transport operations and traffic safety and improving related services, including the access to networks for citizens and businesses. Information flows in the transport and mobility network should be facilitated, including through the deployment of the Union Mobility Data Space. Information to passengers, including information on ticketing, multimodal connections and reservation systems, should be available.

Amendment  34

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 57

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(57) Adequate planning of the trans-European transport network is required. This also entails the implementation of specific requirements throughout the network in terms of infrastructure, ICT systems, equipment and services, including the requirements for the alternative fuel infrastructure rollout as defined in Regulation (EU) […] of the European Parliament and of the Council [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure]23 . It is therefore necessary to ensure adequate and concerted deployment of such requirements across Europe for each transport mode and for their interconnection across the trans-European transport network and beyond, in order to obtain the benefits of the network effect and to make efficient long-range trans-European transport operations possible. In order to ensure the deployment of alternative fuels across the entire road network of the trans-European transport network in line with the targets set in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure], references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘extended core network’ and ‘comprehensive network’ as defined in this Regulation.

(57) Adequate planning of the trans-European transport network is required. This also entails the implementation of specific requirements throughout the network in terms of infrastructure, ICT systems, equipment and services, including the requirements for the alternative fuel infrastructure rollout as defined in Regulation (EU) […] of the European Parliament and of the Council [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure]23 . It is therefore necessary to ensure adequate and concerted deployment of such requirements across Europe for each transport mode and for their interconnection across the trans-European transport network and beyond, in order to obtain the benefits of the network effect and to make efficient long-range trans-European transport operations possible. In order to ensure the deployment of publicly accessible alternative fuels and recharging infrastructures across the entire road network of the trans-European transport network in line with the targets set in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure], references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘core network’ as defined in this Regulation. References to ‘comprehensive network’ in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] should be construed as references to ‘extended core network’ and ‘comprehensive network’ as defined in this Regulation.

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23 Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council of […] on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure, and repealing Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L […]).

23 Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council of […] on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure, and repealing Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L […]).

Amendment  35

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 58

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(58) The trans-European transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation, such as 5G infrastructure, which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the European transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means, make public or greener transport means more attractive for passengers, and reduce its carbon footprint. This will contribute towards the objectives of the European Green Deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the Union. In order to achieve those objectives, the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-European transport network.

(58) The trans-European transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation, such as 5G infrastructure, which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the European transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means, make public or greener transport means more accessible and more attractive for passengers, and reduce its carbon footprint. This will contribute towards the objectives of the European Green Deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the Union. In order to achieve those objectives, the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-European transport network.

Amendment  36

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 62

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(62) Taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the Covid-19 pandemic25 and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future, Member States should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, human-made disasters and other disruptions affecting the functioning of the Union transport system, when planning infrastructure. To that aim, the European Transport Corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. In addition, due to their multimodal nature, one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies.

(62) Taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the Covid-19 pandemic25 and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future, Member States should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, human-made disasters and other disruptions affecting the functioning and the accessibility of the Union transport system, when planning infrastructure. To that end, a permanent and automatic mechanism for activating "Green Lanes" should be established along internal borders of the Trans-European Transport Network. Moreover, the European Transport Corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. In addition, due to their multimodal nature, one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies.

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25 Communication on the implementation of the Green Lanes under the Guidelines for border management measures to protect health and ensure the availability of goods and essential services; C(2020)1897 final (OJ C 96 I, 24.3.2020, p. 1) and Communication of 28 October 2020 from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council and the Council on “upgrading the transport Green Lanes to keep the economy going during the COVID-19 pandemic resurgence”; COM(2020)685 final.

25 Communication on the implementation of the Green Lanes under the Guidelines for border management measures to protect health and ensure the availability of goods and essential services; C(2020)1897 final (OJ C 96 I, 24.3.2020, p. 1) and Communication of 28 October 2020 from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council and the Council on “upgrading the transport Green Lanes to keep the economy going during the COVID-19 pandemic resurgence”; COM(2020)685 final.

Amendment  37

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 63

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(63) The participation of undertakings, including those, which are owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country, including those, which are established in a third country, can accelerate the realisation of the trans-European transport network. However, under specific circumstances, the participation of or contribution by undertakings owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country to projects of common interest might compromise security and public order in the EU. Without prejudice and in addition to the cooperation mechanism pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2019/45226 , greater awareness of such participation or contribution is necessary to allow intervention of public authorities if it appears that they are likely to affect security or public order in the Union and the participation or contribution does not fall under the scope of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

(63) The participation of investment organisations, banks, businesses and undertakings, including those, which are owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country, including those, which are established in a third country, can accelerate the realisation of the trans-European transport network. However, under specific circumstances, the participation of or contribution by undertakings owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country to projects of common interest might compromise security and public order in the EU. Without prejudice and in addition to the cooperation mechanism pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2019/45226 , greater awareness of such participation or contribution is necessary to allow intervention of public authorities if it appears that they are likely to affect security or public order in the Union and the participation or contribution does not fall under the scope of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

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26 Regulation (EU) 2019/452 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 March 2019 establishing a framework for the screening of foreign direct investments into the Union (OJ L 79I , 21.3.2019, p. 1).

26 Regulation (EU) 2019/452 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 March 2019 establishing a framework for the screening of foreign direct investments into the Union (OJ L 79I , 21.3.2019, p. 1).

Amendment  38

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 64

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(64) While maintenance is and will remain the main responsibility of the Member States, it is important that the trans-European transport network – once built – is properly maintained to ensure a high quality of services. A life cycle approach should be followed when planning and procuring infrastructure projects.

(64) While maintenance is and will remain the main responsibility of the Member States, the Commission should define a precise strategy in cooperation with them in order to ensure, through concrete commitments, that the trans-European transport network – once built – is properly maintained and that it guarantees a high quality of services, safety and security standards, as well as accessibility, over the years. A life cycle approach should be followed when planning and procuring infrastructure projects.

Amendment  39

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 67 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(67a) European Coordinators play a crucial role in ensuring that the infrastructure development of the trans-European transport network is carried out in an effective and efficient way by establishing a structured dialogue with regional and local authorities and all stakeholders involved.

Amendment  40

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 67 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(67b) In the context of this structured dialogue, and in the absence of viable logistical and modal alternatives, the European Commission should take measures to deter Member States from engaging in unilateral cross border restrictions along the network and in particular at the central nodes, to avoid hindering cross-border transit of persons, services or goods.

Amendment  41

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 71

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(71) Taking into account the Union Action Plan on Military Mobility of March 201827 the Commission should assess the need to adapt the trans-European transport network to reflect the military use of the infrastructure. Based on the gap analysis between the trans-European transport network and the military requirements28 additional roads and railways should be included in the trans-European network to enhance the synergies between civilian and military transport networks.

(71) Taking into account the Union Action Plan on Military Mobility of March 201827 the Commission should assess the need to adapt the trans-European transport network to enhance strategic infrastructure segments to support their military and dual use. Based on the gap analysis between the trans-European transport network and the military requirements28 additional roads and railways should be included in the trans-European network to enhance the synergies between civilian and military transport networks.

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27 Joint Communication to the European Parliament and the Council on the Action Plan on Military Mobility (JOIN(2018)05 final).

27 Joint Communication to the European Parliament and the Council on the Action Plan on Military Mobility (JOIN(2018)05 final).

28 Joint Staff Working Document on the updated Gap Analysis between the military requirements and the trans-European transport network requirements, 17 July 2020, (SWD(2020) 144 final).

28 Joint Staff Working Document on the updated Gap Analysis between the military requirements and the trans-European transport network requirements, 17 July 2020, (SWD(2020) 144 final).

Amendment  42

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 71 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(71a) Since a smooth functioning of the internal market is crucial to ensuring food security and food safety within the Union, and in the light of the Commission Communication of March 2022 on Safeguarding food security and reinforcing the resilience of food systems1a, the Commission should, when necessary, update the trans-European transport network to include major sites of agri-food production, paying special attention to the transportation needs of certain fresh and perishable products.

 

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1a Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions on Safeguarding food security and reinforcing the resilience of food systems (COM(2022)133 final).

Amendment  43

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 71 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(71b) The lack of a southern European Transport Corridor connecting the east and west sides of the Mediterranean sea could undermine the objectives of this Regulation and should therefore be addressed in the context of the review for which it provides.

Amendment  44

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 71 c (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(71c) The extended and enhanced infrastructure requirements for transport set out in this Regulation require proportionate and sufficient investments and therefore for transport businesses to make proper investment plans by 2050. The short timeframe of the current multiannual financial framework (2021-2027), including the foreseen end of the Connecting Europe Facility in 2027, could hamper the planning of investments, especially for the rail sector. Therefore, further generations of Connecting Europe Facility programmes should be envisaged to address those needs.

Amendment  45

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 72

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(72) In order to maximise consistency between the guidelines and the programming of the relevant financial instruments available at Union level, trans-European transport network funding should comply with this Regulation and be based, in particular, on Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council29 . In addition, network funding should also build on funding and financing instruments provided under other Union law, including InvestEU, the Recovery and Resilience Facility, Cohesion Policy, Horizon Europe and other financing instruments established by the European Investment Bank. To enable the financing of projects of common interest, references to ‘multimodal logistics platforms’, ‘motorways of the sea’ and ‘telematic applications’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be respectively construed as references to ‘multimodal freight terminals’, ‘European Maritime Space’ and ‘ICT systems for transport’ as defined in this Regulation. For the same purpose, references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be construed as including ‘extended core network’ as defined in this Regulation.

(72) In order to maximise consistency between the guidelines and the programming of the relevant financial instruments available at Union level, trans-European transport network funding should comply with this Regulation and be based, in particular, on Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council29. In addition, taking into account the considerable costs for the completion of the transport-European network, funding should also build on co-funding and co-financing through instruments provided under other Union law, including InvestEU, the Recovery and Resilience Facility, Cohesion Policy, European Regional Development Fund, Horizon Europe and other financing instruments established by the European Investment Bank. To enable the financing of projects of common interest, references to ‘multimodal logistics platforms’, ‘motorways of the sea’ and ‘telematic applications’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be respectively construed as references to ‘multimodal freight terminals’, ‘European Maritime Space’ and ‘ICT systems for transport’ as defined in this Regulation. For the same purpose, references to ‘core network’ in Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 should be construed as including ‘extended core network’ as defined in this Regulation.

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29 Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 7 July 2021 establishing the Connecting Europe Facility and repealing Regulations (EU) No 1316/2013 and (EU) No 283/2014 (OJ L 249, 14.7.2021, p. 38).

29 Regulation (EU) No 2021/1153 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 7 July 2021 establishing the Connecting Europe Facility and repealing Regulations (EU) No 1316/2013 and (EU) No 283/2014 (OJ L 249, 14.7.2021, p. 38).

Amendment  46

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 73

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(73) The achievement of the objectives of the trans-European transport network, in particular with regard to the decarbonisation and digitalisation of the transport system in the Union, requires a robust regulatory framework. Ambitious reforms should be implemented by Member States to address the challenges of sustainable transport as identified in the European Semester. The Recovery and Resilience Facility supports both reforms and investments to make transport more sustainable, reduce emissions, improve safety and efficiency. Relevant measures to that effect are included in approved Recovery and Resilience Plans.

(73) The achievement of the objectives of the trans-European transport network, in particular with regard to the decarbonisation and digitalisation of the transport system in the Union, requires a robust regulatory framework. Ambitious reforms should be implemented by Member States to address the challenges of sustainable transport as identified in the European Semester. The Recovery and Resilience Facility supports both reforms and investments to make transport more sustainable, reduce emissions, improve safety and efficiency. Relevant measures to that effect are included in approved Recovery and Resilience Plans. In light of that, the Commission should ensure adequate alignments between the trans-European transport network and national investment projects, in order to guarantee a complete integration and alignment of investments carried out with EU funding and national funding, such as national recovery and resilience plans.

Amendment  47

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point o

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(o) ‘sustainable urban mobility plan’ (SUMP) means a document for strategic mobility planning, aiming at improving accessibility to and mobility within the functional urban area (including commuting zones) for people, businesses and goods;

(o) ‘sustainable urban mobility plan’ (SUMP) means a document for strategic mobility planning, aiming at improving accessibility to and mobility within the functional urban area (including commuting zones) and peripheral industrial centres) for people, businesses and goods;

Amendment  48

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point p a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(pa) 'costs of the operations in the terminal' means the costs borne by the transport operators at the terminal incurred in order to carry out such operations;

Amendment  49

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point z

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(z) ‘maritime port’ means an area of land and water made up of such infrastructure and equipment so as to permit, principally, the reception of waterborne vessels, their loading and unloading, the storage of goods, the receipt and delivery of those goods and the embarkation and disembarkation of passengers, crew and other persons and any other infrastructure necessary for transport operators within the port area;

(z) ‘maritime port’ means an area of land and water made up of such infrastructure and equipment so as to permit, principally, the reception of waterborne vessels, their loading and unloading, the storage of goods, the receipt and delivery or further transmission of those goods and the embarkation and disembarkation of passengers, crew and other persons and any other infrastructure necessary for transport operators within the port area;

Amendment  50

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The trans-European transport network shall strengthen the social, economic and territorial cohesion of the Union and contribute to the creation of a single European transport area which is sustainable, efficient and resilient and which increases the benefits for its users and supports inclusive growth. It shall demonstrate European added value by contributing to the objectives laid down in the following four categories:

2. The trans-European transport network shall strengthen the social, economic and territorial cohesion of the Union and contribute to the strengthening of the internal market through the creation of a single European transport area which is sustainable, efficient digitalised and resilient and which increases the benefits for all its users, including increased accessibility, and supports inclusive growth. It shall demonstrate European added value by contributing to the objectives laid down in the following four categories:

Amendment  51

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) enabling greater use of more sustainable modes of transport, including by further developing a long-distance rail passenger network at high speed and a fully interoperable rail freight network, a reliable inland waterway and short-sea shipping network across the Union;

(ii) enabling greater use of more sustainable modes of transport, including by, but not limited to, further developing a long-distance rail passenger network at high speed and a fully interoperable rail freight network, a reliable inland waterway and short-sea shipping network across the Union;

Amendment  52

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, including outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

(i) improving the accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, including outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

Amendment  53

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point i a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ia) increased access to the transport infrastructure for SMEs;

Amendment  54

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point vii a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(viia) increased connections and sustainable, high quality transport solutions for businesses and SMEs in isolated and peripheral centres of production.

Amendment  55

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) increasing the benefits for its users through:

(d) increasing the benefits for all its users through:

Amendment  56

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point ii a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(iia) ensuring seamless travel experience for users, including extensive protection of passenger rights and price transparency;

Amendment  57

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point ii b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(iib) creating opportunities and greater economic benefits to businesses and SMEs, including improving their access to high-quality, intermodal, fast and sustainable freight transport to enable connections between peripheral and isolated centres of production with densely populated areas of high commercial value;

Amendment  58

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point v a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(va) ensuring that the strategic infrastructures can be used for civilian and military purposes;

Amendment  59

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2a. Free access without discrimination, as well as fair competition, shall be ensured by Member States and all public and private entities involved in the development of the trans-European transport network. This shall be achieved in accordance with Union transparency policy decisions.

Amendment  60

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) the optimisation of infrastructure integration and interconnection;

(b) the optimisation of infrastructure integration and interconnection between urban nodes, bigger cities and peripheral areas;

Amendment  61

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) the deployment of alternative fuels recharging and refuelling infrastructure;

(c) the deployment of alternative fuels recharging and refuelling infrastructure easily accessible to users;

Amendment  62

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) the taking into account of possible synergies with other networks, in particular the trans-European energy or telecommunication networks;

(f) the taking into account of possible synergies with other networks, including active modes networks, and in particular the trans-European energy or telecommunication networks;

Amendment  63

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 6 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The comprehensive network shall consist of all existing and planned transport infrastructures of the trans-European transport network as well as measures promoting the efficient and socially and environmentally sustainable use of such infrastructure.

2. The comprehensive network shall consist of all existing and planned transport infrastructures of the trans-European transport network as well as measures promoting the efficient and socially and environmentally sustainable use of such infrastructure provided for in Article 5(1).

Amendment  64

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. The Commission may require Member States by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest. The relevant European Coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board or in both of that single entity.

5. The Commission may require Member States by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest and to adopt the relevant specific measures. If such a single entity is established, it should comply with relevant Union law and national law concerning accessibility. The relevant European Coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board, or in both, of that single entity. By virtue of such status, the relevant European Coordinator may propose to the interested Member States and to the European Commission measures that aim to strenghten cooperation or may propose that they adopt some specific decisions establishing services of general economic interest.

Amendment  65

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) ensuring optimal integration of the transport modes and interoperability between transport modes;

(c) ensuring optimal integration of the transport modes and interoperability between transport modes across urban and densely populated areas, areas of economic interest and peripheral, coastal and remote areas;

Amendment  66

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ca) fostering the ability of all kinds of transport users, including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility and other people in situations of vulnerability, to access the network;

Amendment  67

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(cb) ensuring easy and digitalised access to freight transport and shipping services, other than the use of intermodal terminals and facilities, by hauliers and all businesses and SMEs, in order to promote the use by shippers of sustainable multimodal freight services;

Amendment  68

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ia) seeking synergies across all modes of transport, including active modes, and removing barriers to active mobility when infrastructure is being upgraded;

Amendment  69

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) the development of a high performance rail passenger network, fully interoperable and at high speed, connecting urban nodes across the Union;

(b) the development of a high performance rail passenger network, fully interoperable and at high speed, connecting urban nodes, as well as capital and major cities, across the Union;

Amendment  70

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 14 – paragraph 1 – point a – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) railway lines, including:

(a) railway lines, both high speed and conventional, including:

Amendment  71

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 – point e a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ea) allows for a sufficient number of safe crossing points for active modes to avoid disproportionate disruption to active mobility, without hampering the quality of the service, especially for high-speed trains;

Amendment  72

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 3 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) at the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraph 2. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council58 , be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

(b) at the request of a Member State, only in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraph 2. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis that takes into account the need to preserve services which are vital for businesses and SMEs in urban and industrial areas of high economic importance and an assessment of the impact on interoperability and accessibility. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council58, be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

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58 Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

58 Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

Amendment  73

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 2 – point c – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

When constructing or upgrading a passenger line of the extended core network or sections thereof, Member States shall perform a study to analyse the feasibility and economic relevance of higher speeds, and build or upgrade the line to such higher speed where its feasibility and economic relevance are demonstrated.

When constructing or upgrading a passenger line of the extended core network or sections thereof, Member States shall, where applicable, perform a study to analyse the feasibility and economic relevance of higher speeds, and build or upgrade the line to such higher speed where its feasibility and economic relevance are demonstrated. The study shall also take into account the potential impact on passengers during the constructing or upgrading phase.

Amendment  74

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 16 – paragraph 5 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) at the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraphs 2 to 4. Any exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797, be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

(b) at the request of a Member State, only in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraphs 2 to 4. Any exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis that takes into account the need to preserve services which are vital for businesses and SMEs in urban and industrial areas of high economic importance and an assessment of the impact on interoperability and accessibility. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797, be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

Amendment  75

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 17 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) ERTMS is equipped;

(a) ERTMS is equipped, while ensuring a synchronised and harmonised ERTMS deployment, trackside and on board of trains;

Amendment  76

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) mitigating the impact of noise and vibration caused by rail transport, in particular through measures for rolling stock and for infrastructure, including noise protection barriers;

(a) where relevant, mitigating the impact of noise and vibration caused by rail transport, in particular through measures for rolling stock and for infrastructure, including noise protection barriers;

Amendment  77

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) when building or upgrading railway infrastructure, ensure the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian and cycling paths in order to promote the active modes of transport;

(f) when building or upgrading railway infrastructure, ensure the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian as well as cycling connections and seek synergies with these connections in order to promote the active modes of transport;

Amendment  78

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) developing innovative alternative fuels technologies for railways, such as hydrogen for sections that are exempted from the electrification requirement.

(g) where relevant, developing innovative alternative fuels technologies for railways, such as hydrogen for sections that are exempted from the electrification requirement.

Amendment  79

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point g a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ga) possible synergies with other modes of transport, including active modes, for the integration of other infrastructures alongside rail lines, or within bridges and tunnels.

Amendment  80

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 21 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2a. Member States shall, where possible and where proportionate, allow for a sufficient number of safe crossing points for active modes to avoid disproportionate disruption to active mobility.

Amendment  81

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point e a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ea) possible synergies with other modes of transport, including active modes, for the integration of other infrastructures alongside inland waterways or within bridges.

Amendment  82

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 24 – paragraph 3 – point k a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(k a) dual use infrastructure utilised for civilian and military purposes.

Amendment  83

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) improve the resilience of the logistic chains and international maritime trade, including in relation to climate adaptation;

(e) improve the resilience of the logistic chains and international maritime trade and security of the energy supply, including in relation to climate adaptation;

Amendment  84

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 28 – paragraph 1 – point a – point x a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(xa) infrastructure for active modes such as pedestrian and cycle tracks, bridges or tunnels, including alternative routes for active modes.

Amendment  85

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) rest areas are available at a maximum distance of 60 km from each other, providing sufficient parking space, safety and security equipment, and appropriate facilities, including sanitary facilities, that meet the needs of a diverse workforce;

(b) rest areas are available at a maximum distance of 60 km from each other, providing sufficient parking space, relevant safety and security equipment, and appropriate facilities, including sanitary facilities, that meet the needs of a diverse workforce;

Amendment  86

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) safe and secure parking areas are available at a maximum distance of 100 km from each other, providing a sufficient parking space for commercial vehicles and complying with the requirements set out in Article 8(1), point (a), of Regulation (EU) 2020/105469 ;

(c) safe and secure parking areas are available at a maximum distance of 100 km from each other, or in duly justified cases and on the basis of traffic volume density, market demand or other relevant factors, Member States may request an exemption from the Commission in order to allow greater distances between safe and secure parking areas. Such parking areas shall provide a sufficient parking space for commercial vehicles and complying with the requirements set out in Article 8(1), point (a), of Regulation (EU) 2020/105469 ;

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69 Regulation (EU) 2020/1054 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 July 2020 amending Regulation (EC) No 561/2006 as regards minimum requirements on maximum daily and weekly driving times, minimum breaks and daily and weekly rest periods and Regulation (EU) No 165/2014 as regards positioning by means of tachographs (OJ L 249, 31.7.2020, p. 1).

69 Regulation (EU) 2020/1054 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 July 2020 amending Regulation (EC) No 561/2006 as regards minimum requirements on maximum daily and weekly driving times, minimum breaks and daily and weekly rest periods and Regulation (EU) No 165/2014 as regards positioning by means of tachographs (OJ L 249, 31.7.2020, p. 1).

Amendment  87

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) allows for a sufficient number of safe crossing points for active modes to avoid disproportionate disruption to active mobility;

Amendment  88

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) when building or upgrading road infrastructure, ensure the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian and cycling paths in order to promote the active modes of transport.

(d) when building or upgrading road infrastructure, ensure the road infrastructure is not obstructing the continuity and accessibility of pedestrian and cycling connections and seek synergies with these connections in order to promote the active modes of transport.

Amendment  89

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) possible synergies with other modes of transport, including active modes, for the integration of other infrastructures alongside roads or within bridges and tunnels.

Amendment  90

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

1a.  By 31 December 2025, the Commission shall  conduct a feasibility study on the potential use of European Modular System vehicles on the road infrastructure for the TEN-T core network.

Amendment  91

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 34 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) improving multimodal interconnections between airports and infrastructure of other transport modes, and between airports and urban nodes where appropriate;

(d) improving multimodal interconnections between airports and infrastructure of other transport modes, and between airports and urban nodes where appropriate, including through urban air-mobility solutions;

Amendment  92

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point b – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) adoption of a sustainable urban mobility plan (SUMP) in line with Annex V that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport, to promote efficient zero-emission mobility including sustainable and zero-emission urban logistics, to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-European transport flows into consideration;

(i) adoption and publication of a sustainable urban mobility plan (SUMP) in line with Annex V that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport, to promote efficient zero-emission mobility including sustainable and zero-emission urban logistics, to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-European transport flows into consideration;

Amendment  93

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point b – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) collection and submission to the Commission of urban mobility data per urban node covering at minimum greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility service, as well as data on air and noise pollution. Thereafter these data shall be submitted every year;

(ii) collection and submission to the Commission and publication in accordance with Directive (EU) 2019/1024 of the European Parliament and of the Council1a of urban mobility data per urban node covering at minimum greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility service, as well as data on air and noise pollution. Thereafter these data shall be submitted and published every year;

 

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1a Directive (EU) 2019/1024 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 June 2019 on open data and the re-use of public sector information (OJ L 172? 26.6.2019, p. 56-83).

Amendment  94

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) by 31 December 2040: the development of at least one multimodal freight terminal allowing for sufficient transhipment capacity within or in the vicinity of the urban node.

(d) by 31 December 2040: the development of at least one multimodal freight terminal allowing for sufficient transhipment capacity within or in the vicinity of the urban node, with the possibility for one terminal to serve more than one urban node, if capacity allows.

Amendment  95

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) compliance with the adopted sustainable urban mobility plans (SUMPs).

Amendment  96

 

Proposal for a regulation

Chapter IV – title

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

PROVISIONS FOR SMART AND RESILIENT TRANSPORT

PROVISIONS FOR SMART, ACCESSIBLE AND RESILIENT TRANSPORT

Amendment  97

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) improve the safety and sustainability of the movement of persons and of the transport of goods;

(d) improve the safety and sustainability of the movement of persons, services and of the transport of goods;

Amendment  98

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) introduce security technology and compatible identification standards on the networks;

(i) introduce dual use technology, security technology and compatible identification standards on the networks;

Amendment  99

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 45 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Member States shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements.

Member States shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements throughout the infrastructure life cycle.

Amendment  100

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 45 – paragraph 1 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

Particular attention shall be paid by the Member States to the protection of workers during the building phase of infrastructures.

Amendment  101

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2a. Member States shall ensure the continued functioning of supply chains, as well as essential travel along the TEN-T, and avoid possible shortages, where necessary through the activation of "Green Lanes" in strict cooperation with the European Coordinators.

Amendment  102

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 47 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Member States shall ensure that the information notified pursuant to paragraph 1 is made available at least twelve months before the final decision on the implementation of the project of common interest. The information shall in particular include:

Member States shall ensure that the information notified pursuant to paragraph 1 is made available at least six months before the final decision on the implementation of the project of common interest. The information shall in particular include:

Amendment  103

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 48 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) any maintenance work that results in a limitation or non availability of rail infrastructure is managed in accordance with Commission Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/20751a.

 

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1a Commission Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/2075 of 4 September 2017 replacing Annex VII to Directive 2012/34/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a single European railway area (OJ L 295, 14.11.2017, p. 69-73).

Amendment  104

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 49 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Transport infrastructure shall allow seamless mobility and accessibility for all users, in particular people in situations of vulnerability including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility as well as persons living in outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas.

1.  Transport infrastructure shall allow seamless mobility and accessibility for all users, in particular people in situations of vulnerability including persons with disabilities or reduced mobility as well as persons living in outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas.

 

2.  Member States shall carry out ex ante assessments of the accessibility of infrastructure and of the services connected to it.

 

3.  The design, construction, maintenance, and upgrade of transport infrastructure shall comply with Annex I and Annex III of Directive (EU) 2019/882 of the European Parliament and of the Council1a, once applicable, and accessibility requirements laid down in other relevant Union law.

 

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1a Directive (EU) 2019/882 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 April 2019 on the accessibility requirements for products and services (OJ L 151, 7.6.2019, p. 70-115).

Amendment  105

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 50 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) focus on improving accessibility in European transport corridors for all users;

Amendment  106

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. The consultative Forum for the horizontal priorities shall be established and chaired by the European Coordinator. The Member States concerned and where appropriate representatives of the relevant sectors shall be able to participate. Member States shall designate a national coordinator for ERTMS to attend the consultative Forum for ERTMS. The European Coordinator may also set up ad-hoc working groups.

4. The consultative Forum for the horizontal priorities shall be established and chaired by the European Coordinator. The Member States concerned together with representatives of the relevant sectors shall be able to participate. Member States shall designate a national coordinator for ERTMS to attend the consultative Forum for ERTMS. The European Coordinator may also set up ad-hoc working groups.

Amendment  107

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. The European Coordinator may consult regional and local authorities, infrastructure managers, transport operators, in particular those which are members of the rail freight governance, the supply industry, transport users and representatives of civil society in relation to the work plan and its implementation. In addition, the European Coordinator responsible for ERTMS shall closely cooperate with the European Union Agency for Railways and Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking and the European Coordinator for the European Maritime Space with the European Maritime Safety Agency.

6. The European Coordinator may consult regional and local authorities, infrastructure managers, transport operators, in particular those which are members of the rail freight governance, the supply industry, transport users, accessibility experts and representatives of civil society in relation to the work plan and its implementation. In addition, the European Coordinator responsible for ERTMS shall closely cooperate with the European Union Agency for Railways and Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking and the European Coordinator for the European Maritime Space with the European Maritime Safety Agency.

Amendment  108

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 3 – point f a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(fa) an analysis of the extent to which the infrastructure for allowing seamless and accessible mobility to all users are future proof, and, where appropriate, the proposal of measures to future proof accessibility and interoperability of the network and connected services;

Amendment  109

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 4 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

4a. In the event of disputes between Member States, which may include unilateral actions at national level resulting into blocking or restricting the free movement of persons, services or goods, the Commission shall invite the Member States concerned to promote the activation and management of alternative rail or road routes and shall act as a mediator to that end.

Amendment  110

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 55 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Member States shall inform the Commission on a regular, comprehensive and transparent basis about the progress made in implementing projects of common interest and the investments made for that purpose. This information shall include the yearly transmission of data through the interactive geographical and technical information system for the trans-European transport network (TENtec). It shall include technical and financial data concerning projects of common interest on the trans-European transport network as well as data on the completion of the trans-European transport network.

1. Member States shall inform the Commission on a regular, comprehensive and transparent basis about the progress made in implementing projects of common interest and the investments made for that purpose. This information shall include the yearly transmission of data through the interactive geographical and technical information system for the trans-European transport network (TENtec). It shall include technical and financial data concerning projects of common interest on the trans-European transport network, data related to accessibility of the TEN-T infrastructure and passenger services, where applicable, as well as data on the completion and maintenance of the trans-European transport network.

Amendment  111

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 55 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Member States shall ensure the quality, completeness and consistency of the data in the TENtec information system. The national systems and data sources shall allow for an automated data exchange with TENtec.

3. Member States shall ensure the quality, completeness, accessibility and consistency of the data in the TENtec information system. The national systems and data sources shall allow for an automated data exchange with TENtec.

Amendment  112

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Subject to the second paragraph of Article 172 TFEU, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 60 to amend Annexes I and II, notably to take account of possible changes resulting from the quantitative thresholds laid down in Articles 20, 24 and 32. When adapting those Annexes, the Commission shall:

Subject to the second paragraph of Article 172 TFEU, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 60 to amend Annexes I and II, notably to take account of possible changes resulting from the quantitative thresholds laid down in Articles 20, 24 and 32 or changes in terms of security. When adapting those Annexes, the Commission shall:

Amendment  113

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 56 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point e a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ea) include new infrastructure and urban nodes in the trans-European transport network if they are considered of high importance to ensure military mobility and food security within the Union;

Amendment  114

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 57 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

National procedures regarding the involvement and consultation of regional and local authorities and civil society concerned by a project of common interest shall be complied with, where appropriate, in the planning and construction phase of a project. The Commission shall promote the exchange of good practice in this regard, notably as regards the consultation and inclusion of people in situations of vulnerability.

National procedures regarding the involvement and consultation of regional and local authorities, industrial partners, including SMEs, civil society, user representatives and accessibility experts concerned by a project of common interest shall be complied with, where appropriate, in the planning and construction phase of a project. The Commission shall facilitate this process by promoting the exchange of good practice in this regard, notably as regards the consultation and inclusion of people in situations of vulnerability.

Amendment  115

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 58 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Member States shall notify to the Commission the draft national plans and programmes, or any modification of those, with a view to developing the trans-European transport network, at least twelve months before their adoption. The Commission may issue an opinion no later than six months following the notification by the Member State on the coherence of the draft national plans and programmes with the priorities set out in this Regulation and with the priorities set out in the work plans for the corresponding corridor(s) and of the horizontal priorities and in the implementing acts adopted in accordance with Article 54(1). The Member States shall inform the Commission, no later than two months after notification of the opinion, on the measures adopted to address the recommendations set out in the opinion.

3. Member States shall notify to the Commission the draft national plans and programmes, or any modification of those, with a view to developing the trans-European transport network, at least six months before their adoption. The Commission may issue an opinion no later than six months following the notification by the Member State on the coherence of the draft national plans and programmes with the priorities set out in this Regulation and with the priorities set out in the work plans for the corresponding corridor(s) and of the horizontal priorities and in the implementing acts adopted in accordance with Article 54(1). The Member States shall inform the Commission, no later than two months after notification of the opinion, on the measures adopted to address the recommendations set out in the opinion.

Amendment  116

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 61 – paragraph 3 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

3a. When  carrying out that review, the Commission shall also evaluate, in consultation with the Member States, the creation of a new southern European Transport Corridor connecting the east and west sides of the Mediterranean sea.

Amendment  117

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Goals and objectives: A Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) shall have as central goal improving accessibility of the functional urban area and providing high-quality, safe and sustainable low-emission mobility to, through and within the functional urban area. It shall notably support zero-emission mobility and the implementation of an urban transport system which contributes to a better overall performance of the trans-European transport network, in particular through the development of infrastructure for the seamless circulation of zero-emission vehicles as well as of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections and of multimodal freight terminals serving urban nodes.

1. Goals and objectives: A Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) shall have as central goal improving accessibility of the functional urban area and providing high-quality, safe and sustainable low-emission mobility to, through and within the functional urban area for passengers and freight. It shall notably support zero-emission mobility and the implementation of an urban transport system which contributes to a better overall performance of the trans-European transport network, in particular through the development of infrastructure for the seamless circulation of zero-emission vehicles as well as of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections and of multimodal freight terminals serving urban nodes. A SUMP shall also take into consideration commuter journeys to and from the urban area.

Amendment  118

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Integration of the different modes of transport: A SUMP shall promote multimodal transport through the integration of the different modes and measures aimed at facilitating seamless and sustainable mobility. It shall include actions to increase the modal share of the more sustainable forms of transport such as public transport, active mobility, and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime transport. It shall also include actions to promote zero-emission mobility, in particular with regard to the greening of the urban fleet, to reduce congestion and to improve road safety in particular of vulnerable road users.

3. Integration of the different modes of transport: A SUMP shall promote multimodal transport through the integration of the different modes and measures aimed at facilitating seamless and sustainable mobility. It shall include actions to increase the modal share of the more sustainable forms of transport such as public transport, active mobility, and, as appropriate, air-transport, inland waterway and maritime transport. It shall also include actions to promote zero-emission mobility, in particular with regard to the greening of the urban fleet, to reduce congestion and to improve road safety in particular of vulnerable road users.

Amendment  119

 

Proposal for a regulation

Annex V – point 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. Monitoring and performance indicators: A SUMP shall include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility services, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities. The implementation of a SUMP shall be monitored using performance indicators. Member States and the relevant authorities shall implement mechanisms to ensure that a SUMP is in line with the provisions of this Annex and of high quality.

6. Monitoring and performance indicators: A SUMP shall include objectives, targets and indicators underpinning the current and future performance of the urban transport system, at minimum, on greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, accidents and injuries, modal share and access to mobility services, as well as data on air and noise pollution in cities. The implementation of a SUMP shall be monitored using performance indicators. Member States and the relevant authorities shall implement mechanisms to ensure that a SUMP is in line with the provisions of this Annex and of high quality. The SUMP instruments shall also include strategic indicators assessing the economic relevance of multimodal terminals and combined transport solutions to the interests of transport operators, hauliers, businesses and SMEs with the aim of creating favourable conditions for sustainable investments and strategic planning across urban and peripheral areas of high economic importance for the local communities.

 


PROCEDURE – COMMITTEE ASKED FOR OPINION

Title

Guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 and Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) 1315/2013

References

COM(2021)0812 – C9-0472/2021 – 2021/0420(COD)

Committee responsible

 Date announced in plenary

TRAN

7.3.2022

 

 

 

Opinion by

 Date announced in plenary

IMCO

7.3.2022

Rapporteur for the opinion

 Date appointed

Salvatore De Meo

14.2.2022

Discussed in committee

21.4.2022

15.6.2022

 

 

Date adopted

12.7.2022

 

 

 

Result of final vote

+:

–:

0:

42

0

2

Members present for the final vote

Alex Agius Saliba, Andrus Ansip, Pablo Arias Echeverría, Alessandra Basso, Brando Benifei, Adam Bielan, Biljana Borzan, Markus Buchheit, Andrea Caroppo, Anna Cavazzini, Dita Charanzová, Deirdre Clune, David Cormand, Sandro Gozi, Maria Grapini, Svenja Hahn, Krzysztof Hetman, Virginie Joron, Eugen Jurzyca, Marcel Kolaja, Kateřina Konečná, Andrey Kovatchev, Maria-Manuel Leitão-Marques, Morten Løkkegaard, Antonius Manders, Leszek Miller, Anne-Sophie Pelletier, René Repasi, Christel Schaldemose, Andreas Schwab, Tomislav Sokol, Ivan Štefanec, Róża Thun und Hohenstein, Tom Vandenkendelaere, Marion Walsmann

Substitutes present for the final vote

Marco Campomenosi, Salvatore De Meo, Malte Gallée, Ivars Ijabs, Katrin Langensiepen, Antonio Maria Rinaldi, Dominik Tarczyński, Edina Tóth, Kosma Złotowski

 


 

FINAL VOTE BY ROLL CALL IN COMMITTEE ASKED FOR OPINION

42

+

ECR

Adam Bielan, Eugen Jurzyca, Dominik Tarczyński, Kosma Złotowski

ID

Alessandra Basso, Markus Buchheit, Marco Campomenosi, Virginie Joron, Antonio Maria Rinaldi

NI

Edina Tóth

PPE

Pablo Arias Echeverría, Andrea Caroppo, Deirdre Clune, Salvatore De Meo, Krzysztof Hetman, Andrey Kovatchev, Antonius Manders, Andreas Schwab, Tomislav Sokol, Ivan Štefanec, Tom Vandenkendelaere, Marion Walsmann

RENEW

Andrus Ansip, Dita Charanzová, Sandro Gozi, Svenja Hahn, Ivars Ijabs, Morten Løkkegaard, Róża Thun und Hohenstein

S&D

Alex Agius Saliba, Brando Benifei, Biljana Borzan, Maria Grapini, Maria-Manuel Leitão-Marques, Leszek Miller, René Repasi, Christel Schaldemose

VERTS/ALE

Anna Cavazzini, David Cormand, Malte Gallée, Marcel Kolaja, Katrin Langensiepen

 

0

-

 

 

 

2

0

THE LEFT

Kateřina Konečná, Anne-Sophie Pelletier

 

Key to symbols:

+ : in favour

- : against

0 : abstention


OPINION OF THE COMMITTEE ON REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT (5.12.2022)

for the Committee on Transport and Tourism

on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on Union guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 and Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) 1315/2013

(COM(2021)0812 – C9‑0472/2021 – 2021/0420(COD))

Rapporteur for opinion: Alessandro Panza

 

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SHORT JUSTIFICATION

The revision of the current TEN-T regulation from 2013 is deemed necessary to bring the latter in line with the EU’s latest objectives, including those in relation to the fight against climate change. It also presents an opportunity for the Commission to strengthen TEN-T governance. The main aim of the regulation is, therefore, to deliver reliable, seamless and sustainable connectivity throughout the Union, bridging missing links and removing the remaining bottlenecks that still cause congestion.

Building transport infrastructure that will achieve connectivity and accessibility is a key challenge for cities and regions.

Their action is guided by the goals of territorial cohesion, efficiency and improving services for users. Coordination at European level is the only way to ensure seamless, efficient movement within the EU, for example by bridging the missing links that remain between certain border regions. Improving the interconnectedness of border regions would make European integration more tangible and enable citizens to enjoy efficient, climate-friendly cross-border mobility.

Moreover, regions whose GDP is lagging as a result of cross-border barriers stand to gain the most from the TEN-T network, since it will improve accessibility between neighbouring countries and lead to increased trade.

The Commission’s proposal stresses the need to improve the accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, while bearing in mind the specificities of the different areas.

Special geographical characteristics place particular constraints on accessibility and transport infrastructure, making mobility one of the greatest challenges for the social, economic and environmental development of rural, remote, mountainous, insular and outermost regions. These regions often lament the lack or poor quality of local and regional infrastructure. They complain that public transport is often insufficient and ill-suited to the specific needs of the local population.

To achieve territorial cohesion, the network as a whole needs to establish a strong and efficient connection to secondary transport networks.

To this end, the trans-European transport network needs to overcome its existing limitations through targeted investments designed to make it more accessible, inclusive and sustainable. In particular, making infrastructure and services accessible to all (including persons with disabilities and reduced mobility) is a prerequisite for the proper functioning of the network.

It is a question of improving the efficiency, use and interoperability of modes of transport and related infrastructure at European, interregional and local level.

Finally, if regional and local bodies are to play a part in the planning and financing of their transport infrastructure, they need to be given a bigger role in the TEN-T governance system. In particular, they should be given an active role in the corridor forum in which they currently have mere observer status.

AMENDMENTS

The Committee on Regional Development calls on the Committee on Transport and Tourism to take into account the following amendments:

Amendment  1

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(3) The Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy15 sets out milestones to show the European transport system’s path towards achieving the objectives of a sustainable, smart and resilient mobility. It envisages that rail freight traffic should increase its market share by 50% by 2030 and double by 2050; transport by inland waterways and short sea shipping should increase its market share by 25% by 2030 and by 50% by 2050; traffic on high-speed rail should double by 2030 and triple by 2050; at least 30 million zero-emission cars and 80,000 zero-emission trucks should be in operation on Union roads by 2030, and nearly all cars, vans and buses and new heavy-duty vehicles should be zero-emission by 2050; scheduled collective travel under 500 km should be carbon-neutral by 2030 within the Union; by 2030, there should be at least 100 climate-neutral cities in Europe.

(3) The Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy15 sets out milestones to show the European transport system’s path towards achieving the objectives of a sustainable, smart and resilient mobility. It envisages that rail freight traffic should increase its market share by 50% by 2030 and double by 2050; transport by inland waterways and short sea shipping should increase its market share by 25% by 2030 and by 50% by 2050; traffic on high-speed rail should double by 2030 and triple by 2050; at least 30 million zero-emission cars and 80,000 zero-emission trucks should be in operation on Union roads by 2030, and nearly all cars, vans and buses and new heavy-duty vehicles should be powered by renewable, alternative and advanced fuels by 2050; scheduled collective travel under 500 km should be carbon-neutral by 2030 within the Union; by 2030, there should be at least 100 climate-neutral cities in Europe.

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15 Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic And Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions ‘Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy – putting European transport on track for the future’, COM(2020)789 final.

15 Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic And Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions ‘Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy – putting European transport on track for the future’, COM(2020)789 final.

Amendment  2

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(4) The realisation of the trans-European transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more sustainable, affordable and inclusive, to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition, notably by ensuring a fair transition, in line with the objectives presented in the Council Recommendation (EU) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality.

(4) The realisation of the trans-European transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more integrated sustainable, affordable and inclusive in all regions of the Union, to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system, to boost modal shift and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition, notably by ensuring a fair transition, in line with the objectives presented in the Council Recommendation (EU) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality.

Amendment  3

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(5) The planning, development and operation of the trans-European transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport, provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain, thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the Union. In addition, the network should aim at strengthening economic, social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union, including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas. The development of the trans-European transport network should also enable seamless, safe and sustainable mobility of goods and persons in all their diversity, and should contribute to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective, by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way.

(5) The planning, development and operation of the trans-European transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport, provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain, thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the Union. In addition, the network should aim at strengthening economic, social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the Union, including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote, rural, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas and transit countries. The development of the trans-European transport network should also enable seamless, safe and sustainable mobility of persons and goods in all their diversity and structure, and should contribute to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective, by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way.

Amendment  4

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(6) Growth in traffic has resulted in increased congestion in international transport. In order to ensure the international mobility of passengers and goods, the capacity of the trans-European transport network and the use of that capacity should be optimised and, where necessary, expanded by removing infrastructure bottlenecks and bridging missing infrastructure links within and between Member States and, as appropriate, neighbouring countries, and taking into account the ongoing negotiations with candidate and potential candidate countries.

(6) Growth in traffic has resulted in increased congestion in international transport and accidents. In order to ensure the international mobility of passengers and goods, the capacity of the trans-European transport network and the use of that capacity should be optimised and, where necessary, expanded by removing infrastructure bottlenecks and bridging missing infrastructure links within and between Member States and, as appropriate, neighbouring countries and countries having signed cooperation and partnership agreements with the Union, and taking into account the ongoing negotiations with candidate and potential candidate countries.

Amendment  5

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 7

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(7) The trans-European transport network consists to a large extent of existing infrastructure. In order to fully achieve the objectives of the new trans-European transport network policy, uniform requirements regarding the infrastructure should be established.

(7) The trans-European transport network consists to a large extent of existing infrastructure. In order to fully achieve the objectives of the new trans-European transport network policy, uniform requirements and clear standards regarding the infrastructure must be established.

Amendment  6

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 9

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(9) In the implementation of projects of common interest, due consideration should be given to the particular circumstances of the individual project concerned. Where possible, synergies with other policies should be exploited, for instance with tourism aspects by including, within civil engineering structures such as bridges or tunnels, bicycle infrastructure for cycling paths, including the EuroVelo routes, or with security aspects by including new technologies such as sensors in bridges.

(9) In the implementation of projects of common interest, due consideration should be given to the particular circumstances of the individual project concerned. Where possible, synergies with other policies should be exploited and implemented, for instance with tourism aspects by including, within civil engineering structures such as bridges or tunnels, bicycle infrastructure for cycling paths, including the EuroVelo routes, or with security aspects by including new, sustainable, relevant and cost-effective technologies.

Amendment  7

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 11

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(11) When planning, procuring and implementing projects of common interest, Member States and other project promoters should give due consideration to Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council16.

(11) When planning, procuring and implementing projects of common interest, Member States and other project promoters should give due consideration to Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council16, in addition to Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on public procurement.

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16 Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council of 7 July 2021 on streamlining measures for advancing the realisation of the trans-European transport network (TEN) (OJ L 258, 20.7.2021, p.1).

16 Directive (EU) 2021/1187 of the European Parliament and the Council of 7 July 2021 on streamlining measures for advancing the realisation of the trans-European transport network (TEN) (OJ L 258, 20.7.2021, p.1).

Amendment  8

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 12

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(12) During infrastructure planning, Member States and other project promoters should give due consideration to the risk assessments and adaptation measures that seek to improve resilience, for example to climate change, natural hazards and human-made disasters. By providing further incentives to develop sustainable forms of transport and with the implementation of high-level standards for green transport infrastructure, the realisation of the trans-European transport network will support the “do no significant harm” principle.

(12) During infrastructure planning, Member States, in cooperation with regional and local authorities and other project promoters should give due consideration to the risk assessments and adaptation measures and all their cost-benefit analysis outcomes, that seek to improve resilience, for example to climate change, natural hazards and human-made disasters. By providing further incentives to develop sustainable forms of transport and with the implementation of high-level standards for green transport infrastructure, the realisation of the trans-European transport network will support, as a matter of priority, the strengthening of economic and social cohesion, and apply, where appropriate, the “do no significant harm” principle.

Amendment  9

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 13

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(13) Given the evolution of the Union infrastructure needs and the decarbonisation goals, the Conclusions of the 2020 July European Council, according to which Union expenditure should be consistent with Paris Agreement objectives and the "do no significant harm" principle, within the meaning of Article 17 of the Taxonomy Regulation17, projects of common interest should be assessed in order to ensure that TEN-T policy is coherent with transport, environmental and climate policy objectives of the Union. Member States and other project promoters should carry out environmental assessments of plans and projects which should include the “do no significant harm” assessment based on the latest available guidance and best practice. In cases that the implementation of a project of common interest entails a significant harm to an environmental or climate objective, reasonable alternatives should be considered.

(13) Given the evolution of the Union infrastructure needs and the decarbonisation goals, the Conclusions of the 2020 July European Council, according to which Union expenditure should be consistent with Paris Agreement objectives and the "do no significant harm" principle, within the meaning of Article 17 of the Taxonomy Regulation17, projects of common interest should be assessed in order to ensure that TEN-T policy is coherent with transport, environmental and climate policy objectives of the Union. Member States, in cooperation with regional and local authorities and other project promoters, should carry out environmental assessments of plans and projects which should include the “do no significant harm” assessment based on the latest available guidance and best practice. In cases that the implementation of a project of common interest entails a significant harm to an environmental or climate objective, reasonable alternatives should be considered.

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17 Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2020 on the establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment, and amending Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 (Text with EEA relevance) (OJ L 198, 22.6.2020, p. 13).

17 Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2020 on the establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment, and amending Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 (Text with EEA relevance) (OJ L 198, 22.6.2020, p. 13).

Amendment  10

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 14

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(14) Infrastructure projects under the TEN-T Regulation should be resilient to the potential adverse impacts of climate change through a climate vulnerability and risk assessment, including through relevant adaptation measures. Projects for which an environmental impact assessment must be carried out should be subject to climate proofing and integrate the costs of greenhouse gas emissions and the positive effects of climate mitigation measures in the cost-benefit analysis. The climate proofing should be undertaken based on the latest available best practice and guidance18. This contributes to the integration of climate change-related risks as well as climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessments into investment and planning decisions under the Union budget.

(14) Infrastructure projects under the TEN-T Regulation should be resilient to the potential adverse impacts of climate change through a climate vulnerability and risk assessment, including through relevant adaptation measures. Projects for which an environmental impact assessment must integrate the positive effects of climate mitigation measures in the cost-benefit analysis. This contributes to the integration of climate change-related risks as well as climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessments into investment and planning decisions under the Union budget.

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18 Commission Notice - Technical guidance on the climate proofing of infrastructure in the period 2021-2027 (OJ C 373, 16.9.2021, p. 1).

 

Amendment  11

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 15

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(15) Member States and other project promoters should carry out environmental assessments of plans and projects according to the relevant legislation in order to avoid or, where avoidance is not possible, to mitigate or compensate for negative impacts on the environment, such as landscape fragmentation, soil sealing and air and water pollution as well as noise, and to protect biodiversity effectively.

(15) Member States, in cooperation with regional and local authorities and other project promoters, should carry out environmental assessments of plans and projects according to the relevant legislation in order to avoid or, where avoidance is not possible, to mitigate or compensate for negative impacts on the environment, such as landscape fragmentation, soil sealing and air and water pollution as well as noise, and to protect biodiversity effectively.

Amendment  12

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 16

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(16) The interests of regional and local authorities, as well as those of the public concerned by a project of common interest, should be appropriately taken into account in the planning and construction phase of projects.

(16) The interests of regional and local authorities, as well as those of the public concerned by a project of common interest, should be appropriately taken into account in the planning and construction phase of projects, with transparent and consistent evidence.

Amendment  13

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 17

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(17) The definition of the trans-European transport network should be based on a common and transparent methodology and should represent the highest level of infrastructure planning within the Union. It should be multimodal, that is to say it should include all transport modes and their connections as well as relevant traffic and travel information management systems.

(17) The definition of the trans-European transport network should be based on a common and transparent methodology and should represent the highest level of infrastructure planning within the Union. It should be multimodal, that is to say it should include all transport modes and their connections as well as relevant traffic and travel information management systems, and should also include local transport modes related to the morphology of the area, such as cableway or lake transport.

Amendment  14

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 19

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(19) Next to the deadlines of 2030 and 2050 that have already been introduced under Regulation (EU) 1315/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council19 , an intermediary deadline of 2040 for the compliance of the network with this Regulation should be added for the extended core network that is part of the European Transport Corridors. The same intermediary deadline should also apply for new standards on the core network that have been introduced in addition to the requirements in Regulation (EU) 1315/2013 as to allow for the necessary investments in due time.

(19) Next to the deadlines of 2030 and 2050 that have already been introduced under Regulation (EU) 1315/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council19 , an intermediary deadline of 2040 for the compliance of the network with this Regulation should be added for the extended core network that is part of the European Transport Corridors. The same intermediary deadline should also apply for new standards on the core network that have been introduced in addition to the requirements in Regulation (EU) 1315/2013 as to allow for the necessary investments in due time. Incentives should be set to ensure the completion of the 2030, 2040 and 2050 targets.

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19 Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2013 on Union guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network and repealing Decision No 661/2010/EU (OJ L 348, 20.12.2013, p. 1).

19 Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2013 on Union guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network and repealing Decision No 661/2010/EU (OJ L 348, 20.12.2013, p. 1).

Amendment  15

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 21

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(21) The comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative fuels infrastructure in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero-emission mobility, in line with the milestones set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy.

(21) The comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative, renewable and advanced fuels infrastructure in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero-emission mobility, in line with the milestones set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, that incorporates the available technologies in accordance with local and regional needs, as with hydrogen-based rail transport on short- to medium-haul routes, and in the Regulation of the European Parliament and Council on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure, and repealing Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council. At the same time, safe and secured parking networks providing comprehensive services should be extended and financially supported by Union funds.

Amendment  16

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 23

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(23) The core network has been identified on the basis of an objective planning methodology. That methodology has identified the most important urban nodes, ports and airports, as well as border crossing points. Wherever possible, those nodes are to be connected with multimodal links as long as they are economically viable and feasible by 2030. The methodology has ensured the interconnection of all Member States and the integration of the main islands into the core network.

(23) The core network has been identified on the basis of an objective planning methodology. That methodology has identified the most important urban nodes, ports and airports, as well as border crossing points. Those nodes are to be connected with multimodal links as long as they are economically viable and feasible by 2030. The methodology has ensured the interconnection of all Member States and the integration of the main islands into the core network.

Amendment  17

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 24

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(24) The core network with a deadline of 2030 and the extended core network with a deadline of 2040 should constitute the foundation of the sustainable multimodal transport network, representing the strategically most important nodes and links of the trans-European transport network, according to traffic needs. They should stimulate the development of the entire comprehensive network and enable Union action to concentrate on those components of the trans-European transport network with the highest European added value, in particular cross-border sections, missing links, multimodal connecting points and major bottlenecks.

(24) The core network with a deadline of 2030 and the extended core network with a deadline of 2040 should constitute the foundation of the sustainable multimodal transport network, representing the strategically most important nodes and links of the trans-European transport network, according to traffic needs. They should stimulate the development of the entire comprehensive network and enable Union action to concentrate on those components of the trans-European transport network with the highest European added value, in particular cross-border sections, missing links, multimodal connecting points and major bottlenecks. To this end, integrated management structures, such as European territorial cooperation groupings, should be encouraged in order to help speed up the completion of cross-border TEN-T sections.

Amendment  18

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 25 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(25a) The TEN-T network should fully take into account the diversity of challenges facing Union regions including geographic or significant physical constraints, for example in outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions or in sparsely populated areas, or for isolated or partially isolated networks. All regions should be included in the whole core network, extended core network and comprehensive network to ensure the territorial cohesion of the Union.

Amendment  19

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 26

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(26) Exemptions from the infrastructure requirements applicable to the core, extended core and comprehensive network should be possible only in duly justified cases and subject to certain conditions. This should include cases where investment cannot be justified, or where there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, for example in outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions or in sparsely populated areas, or for isolated or partially isolated networks.

(26) Exemptions from the infrastructure requirements applicable to the core, extended core and comprehensive network should be possible only in duly justified cases and subject to certain conditions. Such exemptions should not, however, undermine the right of all users to access the transport network, in particular in remote and sparsely populated areas, so as to ensure the provision of essential infrastructure at crucial transit points. This should include cases where investment cannot be justified, or where there are specific geographic or significant physical constraints, for example in outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions or in sparsely populated areas, or for isolated or partially isolated networks.

Amendment  20

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 27

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(27) The land-side infrastructure network, established through the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, should integrate with the maritime dimension of the trans-European transport network. To this end, a truly sustainable, smart, seamless and resilient European Maritime Space should be created. It should encompass all maritime infrastructure components of the trans-European transport network.

(27) The land-side infrastructure network, established through the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, should integrate with the maritime dimension of the trans-European transport network. To this end, a truly sustainable, smart, seamless and resilient European Maritime Space should be created. It should encompass all maritime infrastructure components of the trans-European transport network, including the development of appropriate port hinterland areas and last-mile rail links.

Amendment  21

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 27 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(27a) Macro-regional strategies provide a platform for deeper and broader intersectoral, regional and cross-border cooperation between Member States and neighbouring countries, including in terms of interconnections in the transport sector and digital coverage.

Amendment  22

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 35 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(35a) All Member States should prioritize projects of common interests on the TEN-T in terms of financial support, simplified public acquisition procedures, building permit, timeframe for appeals, short terms for payments, clear controlling and monitoring procedures.

Amendment  23

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 36

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(36) Projects of common interest for which Union funding is sought should be the subject of a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis based on a recognised methodology, taking into account the relevant social, economic, climate-related and environmental benefits and costs as well as the life-cycle approach. The analysis of climate-related and environmental costs and benefits should be based on the environmental impact assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council21 .

(36) Projects of common interest for which Union funding is sought should be the subject of a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis based on a recognised methodology, taking into account the relevant social, economic, climate-related and environmental benefits, territorial balance and costs as well as the life-cycle approach. The analysis of climate-related and environmental costs and benefits should be based on the environmental impact assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council21.

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21 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

21 Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2011 on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment (OJ L 26, 28.1.2012, p. 1).

Amendment  24

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(38) Cooperation with third countries, including neighbouring countries, is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the Union and those countries. In view of this, where appropriate, the Union should promote projects of common interest with those countries, assessing and ensuring that the objectives and requirements of the trans-European transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability of the Union network.

(38) Cooperation with third countries, including neighbouring countries, is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the Union and those countries. In view of this, where appropriate, the Union should promote projects of common interest with those countries, assessing and ensuring that the objectives and requirements of the trans-European transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability of the Union network, thus avoiding its usage for illegal migration.

Amendment  25

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 38 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(38a) An extension of The European Transport Corridors should be realised into the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine in a stable and secured geopolitical context, while assuring adequate financial support.

Amendment  26

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 42

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(42) ERTMS should be deployed in a continuous manner not only on the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, including in the urban nodes, but also on access routes to multimodal terminals. This will enable operations with ERTMS only and boost the business case of railway undertakings.

(42) ERTMS should be deployed in a continuous and synchronised manner not only on the core network, extended core network and comprehensive network, including in the urban nodes, but also on access routes to multimodal terminals. This will enable operations with ERTMS only and boost the business case of railway undertakings.

Amendment  27

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 47

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(47) Short sea shipping can make a substantial contribution to the decarbonisation of transport by carrying more freight and passengers. The European Maritime Space should be promoted by creating or upgrading short-sea shipping routes and by developing maritime ports and their hinterland connections as to provide an efficient and sustainable integration with other modes of transport.

(47) Short sea shipping can make a substantial contribution to the decarbonisation of transport by carrying more freight and passengers. The European Maritime Space should be promoted by creating or upgrading short-sea shipping routes and by developing maritime ports and their hinterland connections as to provide an efficient and sustainable integration with other modes of transport, ensuring facilities, exemptions and incentives to offset the absence of other transport alternatives. In this context, projects like the Rhine-Main-Danube river transport corridor linking the Black Sea to the North Sea, should become a priority, as intermodal land and port connections throughout this navigation channel would also bring, multiple socio-cultural benefits to these regions besides the economic ones.

Amendment  28

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 48

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(48) Road transport in the Union accounts for three-quarters of the total inland freight transport (based on tonne-kilometres performed) and for around 90% of the total inland passenger transport (based on the total number of passenger kilometres). Given the importance of road transport and the commitment to improve road safety in line with the milestone of the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, there is a need to enhance the road infrastructure from the safety point of view.

(48) Road transport in the Union accounts for three-quarters of the total inland freight transport (based on tonne-kilometres performed) and for around 90% of the total inland passenger transport (based on the total number of passenger kilometres). Given the importance of road transport and the commitment to improve road safety in line with the milestone of the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, there is a need to maintain and enhance the road infrastructure from the safety point of view for all users.

Amendment  29

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 50 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(50a) When determining urban nodes special attention should be paid to supporting functional urban areas due to their importance in triggering cooperation between local authorities and partners across administrative borders as well strengthening urban-rural linkages furthermore, special attention should be paid to traffic density in order to improve the connectivity between urban nodes and the surrounding rural/suburban areas and ensure a more balanced territorial approach.

Amendment  30

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 50 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(50b) Urban Nodes should involve European cities in the governance of TEN-T to reduce bottlenecks at city level Supports all efforts to make Urban cities accessible. Member States should take swift and ambitious action to make cities more inclusive, taking into account all valuable nodes, and thus to accelerate the progress towards the 2030 and 2050 objectives for completion of the core and comprehensive network.

Amendment  31

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 52

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(52) Member States should establish a national SUMP support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of SUMPs and improving coordination among regions, cities and towns. It should support regions and urban areas to develop high-quality SUMPs and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the SUMP implementation through legislative measures, guidance, capacity building, assistance and possibly financial support.

(52) Member States should establish a national SUMP support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of SUMPs and improving coordination among regions, cities and towns. It should support regions, cities and urban functional areas to develop high-quality SUMPs and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the SUMP implementation through legislative measures, guidance, capacity building, assistance and possibly financial support.

Amendment  32

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 53

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(53) The Mission on Climate-neutral and Smart Cities, set up under the Horizon Europe framework programme, aims to have 100 climate neutral cities in the Union by 2030. The cities involved in the Mission will act as experimentation and innovation hubs for others to follow by 2050.

(53) The Mission on Climate-neutral and Smart Cities, set up under the Horizon Europe framework programme, aims to have 100 climate neutral cities in the Union by 2030. The cities involved in the Mission will act as experimentation and innovation hubs for others to follow by 2050. Having been so well received all across the Union, a new Mission on Climate-neutral and Smart Cities should be launched, under the same programme, with new cities and a more generous budget.

Amendment  33

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 54

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(54) Multimodal digital mobility services help to enhance the integration of the different transport modes by combining several transport offers into one. Their further development should contribute to nudge behaviours towards the most sustainable modes, public transport and active modes such as walking and cycling.

(54) Multimodal digital mobility services help to enhance the integration of the different transport modes by combining several transport offers into one. Their further development should be assured in remote areas too and should contribute, where possible, to nudge behaviours towards the most sustainable modes, public transport and active modes such as walking and cycling;

Amendment  34

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 58

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(58) The trans-European transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation, such as 5G infrastructure, which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the European transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means, make public or greener transport means more attractive for passengers, and reduce its carbon footprint. This will contribute towards the objectives of the European Green Deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the Union. In order to achieve those objectives, the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-European transport network.

(58) The trans-European transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation, such as digital and 5G infrastructure and internet of things, which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the European transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means, make public or greener transport means more attractive for passengers, and reduce its carbon footprint. This will contribute towards the objectives of the European Green Deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the Union. In order to achieve those objectives, the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-European transport network.

Amendment  35

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 59

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(59) A sufficient number of fast recharging points for light and heavy-duty vehicles accessible to the public should be deployed across the trans-European transport network. This aim should ensure full cross-border connectivity and allow electric vehicles to circulate throughout the Union. Distance-based targets for the trans-European transport network as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] are to ensure a minimum of sufficient coverage of electric recharging points along the Union’s main road networks.

(59) A sufficient number of fast recharging points for light and heavy-duty vehicles accessible to the public should be deployed across the trans-European transport network. This aim should ensure full cross-border connectivity and allow electric vehicles to circulate throughout the Union. Distance-based targets for the trans-European transport network as defined in Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] are to ensure a sufficient coverage of electric recharging points along the Union’s road networks including areas facing geographical and demographic challenges and outermost regions.

Amendment  36

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 59 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(59a) Strong and intelligent power supply networks should be supported to enable fast charging stations on the TEN-T corridors.

Amendment  37

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 62

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(62) Taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the Covid-19 pandemic25and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future, Member States should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, human-made disasters and other disruptions affecting the functioning of the Union transport system, when planning infrastructure. To that aim, the European Transport Corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. In addition, due to their multimodal nature, one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies.

(62) Taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the Covid-19 pandemic25 and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future, Member States should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change, natural hazards, human-made disasters and other disruptions affecting the functioning of the Union transport system, when planning infrastructure. The Commission should set up a permanent and automatic 'green lane' activation mechanism along the internal borders of the trans-European transport network, calling on the Member States and regions concerned to constantly identify priority transit points that are not subject to any restrictions. To that aim, the European Transport Corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. In addition, due to their multimodal nature, one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies.

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25 Communication on the implementation of the Green Lanes under the Guidelines for border management measures to protect health and ensure the availability of goods and essential services; C(2020)1897 final (OJ C 96 I, 24.3.2020, p. 1) and Communication of 28 October 2020 from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council and the Council on “upgrading the transport Green Lanes to keep the economy going during the COVID-19 pandemic resurgence”; COM(2020)685 final.

25 Communication on the implementation of the Green Lanes under the Guidelines for border management measures to protect health and ensure the availability of goods and essential services;C(2020)1897 final (OJ C 96 I, 24.3.2020, p.1) and Communication of 28 October 2020 from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council and the Council on “upgrading the transport Green Lanes to keep the economy going during the COVID-19 pandemic resurgence”; COM(2020)685 final.

Justification

The central principle of green lanes is to ensure the continuous functioning of supply chains in the single market and avoid shortages for geographical areas and companies.

Amendment  38

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 63

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(63) The participation of undertakings, including those, which are owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country, including those, which are established in a third country, can accelerate the realisation of the trans-European transport network. However, under specific circumstances, the participation of or contribution by undertakings owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country to projects of common interest might compromise security and public order in the EU. Without prejudice and in addition to the cooperation mechanism pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2019/45226, greater awareness of such participation or contribution is necessary to allow intervention of public authorities if it appears that they are likely to affect security or public order in the Union and the participation or contribution does not fall under the scope of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

(63) The participation of undertakings, including those, which are owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking of a third country, including those, which are established in a third country, can accelerate the realisation of the trans-European transport network. However, under specific circumstances, the participation of or contribution by undertakings owned or controlled by a natural person of a third country or an undertaking from a third country or with the public or state participation of a third country to projects of common interest might compromise security and public order in the EU. Without prejudice and in addition to the cooperation mechanism pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2019/45226, greater awareness of such participation or contribution is necessary to allow intervention of public authorities if it appears that they are likely to affect security or public order in the Union and the participation or contribution does not fall under the scope of Regulation (EU) 2019/452.

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26 Regulation (EU) 2019/452 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 March 2019 establishing a framework for the screening of foreign direct investments into the Union (OJ L 79I , 21.3.2019, p. 1).

26 Regulation (EU) 2019/452 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 March 2019 establishing a framework for the screening of foreign direct investments into the Union; OJ L 79I , 21.3.2019, p. 1).

Amendment  39

 

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 66

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(66) European Transport Corridors should help to develop the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network in such a way as to address bottlenecks, enhance cross-border connections and improve efficiency and sustainability. They should contribute to cohesion through improved territorial cooperation. They should also address wider transport policy objectives and facilitate interoperability, modal integration and multimodal operations. The corridor approach should be transparent and clear and the management of such corridors should not create additional administrative burdens or costs.

(66) European Transport Corridors should help to develop the infrastructure of the trans-European transport network in such a way as to address bottlenecks, ensure cross-border connections and improve efficiency and sustainability. They should contribute to cohesion by improving territorial cooperation through a bottom up approach that takes into account the needs of local communities, local and regional authorities. They should also address wider transport policy objectives and facilitate interoperability, modal integration and multimodal operations while respecting geographical approach. The corridor approach should be transparent and clear and the management of such corridors should not create additional administrative burdens or costs. The importance of securing additional financial resources under the multiannual financial framework should nevertheless be stressed, as those allocated under the Connecting Europe Facility are insufficient to complete the core and comprehensive network. This is also necessary in view of the financial burden already placed on national, regional and local authorities for the maintenance and development of the network.

Amendment  40

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 67 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(67a) For the purpose of that coordinated approach and in the absence of viable logistical and modal alternatives, the Commission should discourage Member States from creating unilateral cross-border barriers of any kind along the network, in particular at central hubs, in order to avoid obstructing border transit.

Justification

In view of the strategic role of freight and passenger transport and logistics as an irreplaceable driving force to support domestic supplies and the free movement of goods throughout the EU, it is essential to discourage unilateral traffic restrictions and strengthen TEN-T governance mechanisms in order to safeguard the integrity of the internal market, avoid obstructing border transit at the central hubs and ensure the coordinated activation and management of alternative rail or road routes.

Amendment  41

Proposal for a regulation

Recital 73

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(73) The achievement of the objectives of the trans-European transport network, in particular with regard to the decarbonisation and digitalisation of the transport system in the Union, requires a robust regulatory framework. Ambitious reforms should be implemented by Member States to address the challenges of sustainable transport as identified in the European Semester. The Recovery and Resilience Facility supports both reforms and investments to make transport more sustainable, reduce emissions, improve safety and efficiency. Relevant measures to that effect are included in approved Recovery and Resilience Plans.

(73) The achievement of the objectives of the trans-European transport network, in particular with regard to the decarbonisation and digitalisation of the transport system in the Union, requires a robust regulatory framework. Ambitious reforms should be implemented by Member States to address the challenges of sustainable transport as identified in the European Semester. The Recovery and Resilience Facility supports both reforms and investments to make transport more sustainable, reduce emissions, improve safety and efficiency. Financial and non-financial support instruments, such as a dedicated budget under the Connecting Europe Facility to support local and regional authorities to meet the new requirements applicable to urban nodes, are needed. Relevant measures to that effect are included in approved Recovery and Resilience Plans.

Amendment  42

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) 'urban node' means an urban area where elements of the transport infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, such as ports including passenger terminals, airports, railway stations, bus terminals, logistic platforms and facilities and freight terminals, located in and around the urban area, are connected with other elements of that infrastructure and with the infrastructure for regional and local traffic;

(f) 'urban node' means an urban area where elements of the transport infrastructure of the trans-European transport network, such as ports including passenger terminals, airports, railway stations, bus terminals, logistic platforms and facilities and freight terminals, located in and around the urban area, including their functional urban areas, are connected with other elements of that infrastructure and with the infrastructure for regional and local traffic;

Amendment  43

Proposal for a regulation

Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) 'isolated network' means the rail network of a Member State, or a part thereof, with a track gauge different from that of the European standard nominal track gauge (1435 mm), for which certain major infrastructure investments cannot be justified in economic cost-benefit terms by virtue of the specificities of that network arising from its geographic detachment or peripheral location;

(g) 'isolated network' means the rail network of a Member State, or a part thereof, with a track gauge different from that of the European standard nominal track gauge (1435 mm), for which certain major infrastructure investments cannot be justified unless they are oriented towards converging to the European standard;

Amendment  44

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – introductory part

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The trans-European transport network shall strengthen the social, economic and territorial cohesion of the Union and contribute to the creation of a single European transport area which is sustainable, efficient and resilient and which increases the benefits for its users and supports inclusive growth. It shall demonstrate European added value by contributing to the objectives laid down in the following four categories:

2. The trans-European transport network shall strengthen the social, economic and territorial cohesion of the Union and contribute to the creation of a single European transport area which is sustainable, efficient and resilient and which increases the benefits for its users and supports inclusive growth and enables extensive connectivity at both the transnational and local or regional level. It shall demonstrate European added value by contributing to the objectives laid down in the following four categories:

Amendment  45

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) enabling greater use of more sustainable modes of transport, including by further developing a long-distance rail passenger network at high speed and a fully interoperable rail freight network, a reliable inland waterway and short-sea shipping network across the Union;

(ii) enabling greater use of more sustainable modes of transport, including by further developing a long-distance rail passenger network at high speed and a fully interoperable rail freight network, a reliable inland waterway, lake and short-sea shipping network across the Union;

Amendment  46

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

i) accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, including outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

i) improved accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, including outermost regions and other remote, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas;

Amendment  47

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) reduction of infrastructure quality gaps between Member States;

(ii) reduction of infrastructure quality gaps between Member States, in particular between urban, industrial areas, outermost regions, Union’s border regions, and other remote, rural, mountainous and insular regions, as well as sparsely populated areas;

Amendment  48

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point iii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iii) for both passenger and freight traffic, efficient coordination and interconnection between transport infrastructure for, on the one hand, long-distance traffic and, on the other, regional and local traffic and transport services in urban nodes;

(iii) for both passenger and freight traffic, efficient coordination and interconnection between transport infrastructure for, on the one hand, long-distance traffic and, on the other, regional and local traffic and transport services in urban nodes, inland, coastal and mountainous areas;

Amendment  49

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point b – point iv a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(iva) improved connectivity between Member States and with neighbouring third countries, in particular transit countries, by enhancing and completing the cross-border sections necessary to ensure that long-distance core network corridors are fully operational;

Amendment  50

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point c – point iii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iii) the interoperability of national, regional and local transport networks;

(iii) the intermodality and interoperability of national, regional and local transport networks;

Amendment  51

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point ii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(ii) ensuring safe, secure and high-quality standards, including quality of services to the users, for both passenger and freight transport;

(ii) ensuring safe, secure and high-quality standards, including quality of services to the users, for both passenger and freight transport, together with network quality and maintenance, especially at regional and local level;

Amendment  52

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point vi a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(via) ensuring adequate infrastructures for access to cross-border sections;

Amendment  53

Proposal for a regulation

Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point d – point vi b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(vib) ensuring better freight transport connectivity between isolated production locations and densely populated areas in order to encourage efficient logistics and the reduction of transport and distribution times;

Amendment  54

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) the optimisation of infrastructure integration and interconnection;

(b) the optimisation of infrastructure integration and interconnection, both at Union level and with third countries, and for cross-border and transit connections;

Amendment  55

Proposal for a regulation

Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ba) deployment of safe and secured parking facilities and comprehensive services for drivers and travellers;

Amendment  56

Proposal for a regulation

Article 6 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The comprehensive network shall consist of all existing and planned transport infrastructures of the trans-European transport network as well as measures promoting the efficient and socially and environmentally sustainable use of such infrastructure.

2. The comprehensive network shall consist of all existing and planned transport infrastructures of the trans-European transport network as well as measures promoting the efficient and sustainable use of such infrastructure in terms of economic, social, territorial and environmental cohesion.

Amendment  57

Proposal for a regulation

Article 6 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. The core and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the trans-European transport network which shall be developed as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives for the development of the trans-European transport network.

3. The core and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the trans-European transport network which shall be developed as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives for the development of the trans-European transport network. Member States shall interlink the core and extended networks with the national, regional and local mobility networks.

Amendment  58

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. A project of common interest encompasses its entire cycle, including feasibility studies and permission procedures, construction, operation and evaluation.

3. A project of common interest encompasses its entire cycle, including feasibility studies and permission procedures, construction, operation, maintenance, surveillance and evaluation.

Amendment  59

Proposal for a regulation

Article 8 – paragraph 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. The Commission may require Member States by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest. The relevant European Coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board or in both of that single entity.

5. The Commission may require Member States by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the construction, management and maintenance of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest. The relevant European Coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board or in both of that single entity.

Amendment  60

Proposal for a regulation

Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ba) Complete access infrastructures to cross-border sections, including ancillary works and works helping to ensure connections with third countries;

Amendment  61

Proposal for a regulation

Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point f

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(f) facilitate inland waterway transport with third countries;

(f) facilitate inland waterway transport with third countries and in particular, lake transport in border areas where applicable;

Amendment  62

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ba) ensure that the principle of territorial continuity is effectively implemented with regard to islands and that any gaps are bridged through increased services and connections and other suitable measures for the benefit of both residents and tourists;

Amendment  63

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) ensuring optimal integration of the transport modes and interoperability between transport modes;

(c) ensuring optimal integration of the transport modes and interoperability between transport modes, especially between  urban and densely populated areas, areas of economic interest and outlying, coastal, insular and mountain areas;

Amendment  64

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) bridging missing links and removing bottlenecks, particularly in cross-border sections;

(d) bridging missing links, removing bottlenecks and completing access infrastructures, particularly in cross-border sections;

Amendment  65

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point g

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(g) keeping existing infrastructure operational and improving or maintaining its quality in terms of safety, security, efficiency of the transport system and transport operations, climate and disaster resilience, environmental performance, and the continuity of traffic flows;

(g) keeping existing infrastructure operational and improving or maintaining its quality in terms of safety, security, efficiency of the transport system and transport operations, safe and secured parkings, climate and disaster resilience, environmental performance, and the continuity of traffic flows;

Amendment  66

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) contributing to transport emission reduction and increased energy security by promoting the use of zero-emission vehicles and vessels and renewable and low-carbon fuels, through the deployment of corresponding alternative fuels infrastructure;

(a) contributing to transport emission reduction and increased energy security by promoting the use of zero-emission vehicles and vessels and renewable and low-carbon fuels, through the deployment of corresponding alternative, renewables and advanced fuels infrastructure;

Amendment  67

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(aa) ensuring benefits for individuals and businesses in the form of effective connectivity to production, growth and job creation, in particular in regions facing greater difficulties regarding access and link ups and therefore at a significant disadvantage in terms of internal market rewards and competitiveness;

Amendment  68

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) mitigating exposure of urban areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport;

(b) mitigating exposure of cities and urban functional areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport;

Amendment  69

Proposal for a regulation

Article 12 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) improving economic, social and territorial cohesion, promoting, in particular, connectivity to sparsely populated, remote, rural, insular, mountain and outermost regions;

Amendment  70

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) the development of a safe and secure road network, with sufficient alternative fuel infrastructures;

(d) the development of a safe and secure road network, with sufficient safe and secured parking and alternative fuel infrastructures;

Amendment  71

Proposal for a regulation

Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point g a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ga) integrating ICT infrastructures, especially e-ticketing, and mobility as a service on all transport modes using core, extended and comprehensive network and their connections with national, regional and local networks;

Amendment  72

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 2 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) provides for a nominal track gauge for new railway lines of 1435 mm, except where the new line is an extension on a network the track gauge of which is different and detached from the main rail lines in the Union;

(b) provides for a nominal track gauge for new railway lines of 1435 mm;

Amendment  73

Proposal for a regulation

Article 15 – paragraph 3 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) at the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraph 2. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council58, be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

(b) at the request of a Member State, in duly justified cases, other exemptions may be granted by the Commission by means of implementing acts in respect of the requirements referred to in paragraph 2. Any request for exemption shall be based on a socio-economic cost-benefit analysis and an assessment of the impact on interoperability and the use of innovative technologies such as hydrogen technology. An exemption shall comply with the requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council58, be coordinated and agreed with the neighbouring Member State(s) where applicable.

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58 Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

58 Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).

Amendment  74

Proposal for a regulation

Article 22 – paragraph 3 – point a – subparagraph 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

When specifying the reference water levels the Commission shall take into account the requirements which are set out in international conventions and in agreements concluded between Member States.

When specifying the reference water levels the Commission shall take into account the requirements which are set out in international conventions and in agreements concluded between Member States and relevant stakeholders concerned.

Amendment  75

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) the promotion of sustainable, safe and secure inland waterway transport, including within urban nodes;

(c) the promotion of sustainable, safe and secure multimodal inland waterway transport, including within urban nodes;

Amendment  76

Proposal for a regulation

Article 23 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) promoting and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of inland waterway transport and transport infrastructure, including zero and low emission vessels and measures to mitigate impacts on water bodies and water-dependent biodiversity, in accordance with the applicable requirements under Union law or relevant international agreements.

(e) promoting and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of inland waterway transport and transport infrastructure, including vessels using alternative, renewable and advanced fuels and measures to mitigate impacts on water bodies and water-dependent biodiversity, in accordance with the applicable requirements under Union law or relevant international agreements.

Amendment  77

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) construction or upgrading basic port infrastructure, such as internal basins, quay walls, berths, jetties, docks, dykes, backfills and land reclamation;

(b) construction, maintenance, or upgrading basic port infrastructure, such as internal basins, quay walls, berths, jetties, docks, dykes, backfills and land reclamation;

Amendment  78

Proposal for a regulation

Article 27 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ba) expansion of the operating capacity inside and outside the port area in strong connection with environment protection and legal conditions for new constructions;

Amendment  79

Proposal for a regulation

Article 29 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) the roads are designed, built or upgraded and maintained with the highest level of environmental protection, including as appropriate through low noise road surfaces and the collection, treatment and release of water run-off;

(c) the roads are designed, built or upgraded and maintained with the most resource-efficient, eco-friendly and climate-proof materials, including as appropriate through low noise road surfaces and the collection, treatment and release of water run-off;

Amendment  80

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) introduction of innovative technologies to improve the control of compliance with the Union road transport legal framework, including smart and automated enforcement tools and 5G communication infrastructure;

(c) introduction of innovative technologies to improve the control of compliance with the Union road transport legal framework, including smart and automated enforcement tools, 5G communication infrastructure and internet of things;

Amendment  81

Proposal for a regulation

Article 31 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ca) improving connections between urban and high density areas and inland and sparsely populated areas, while ensuring that the link-ups are safe and properly maintained;

Amendment  82

Proposal for a regulation

Article 35 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Member States shall consult shippers, transport and logistics operators which operate on their territory. They shall take into account the results of the consultation in their analysis.

Member States shall consult local and regional authorities responsible for urban nodes, shippers, transport and logistics operators which operate on their territory. They shall take into account the results of the consultation in their analysis.

Amendment  83

Proposal for a regulation

Article 37 – paragraph 1 – point b

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(b) are equipped with at least one recharging station as defined in Article 2, point (43), of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles, by 31 December 2030;

(b) are equipped with at least one refuelling and recharging station as defined in Article 2, point (43), of Regulation (EU) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles, by 31 December 2030;

Amendment  84

Proposal for a regulation

Article 38 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) facilitating interconnections between different transport modes;

(a) facilitating interconnections between different transport modes and completing connections between multimodal platforms, airport and port hubs and port hinterlands, together with first and last-mile connections between and through these access and transit points;

Amendment  85

Proposal for a regulation

Article 39 – paragraph 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. The urban nodes of the trans-European transport network are listed in Annex II.

2. The urban nodes of the trans-European transport network are listed in Annex II. That list may be completed after a proper environmental, financial and risk assessment and the approval of the Member State and its relevant national, regional and local stakeholders.

Amendment  86

 

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point b – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) adoption of a sustainable urban mobility plan (SUMP) in line with Annex V that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport, to promote efficient zero-emission mobility including sustainable and zero-emission urban logistics, to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-European transport flows into consideration;

(i) adoption and publication of a sustainable urban mobility plan (SUMP) in line with Annex V that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport, to promote efficient zero-emission mobility including sustainable and zero-emission urban logistics, to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-European transport flows into consideration, to assess in terms of costs and benefits the accessibility and affordability for users of different modes of transport;

Amendment  87

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point c – point i

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(i) for passenger transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, air, the active modes of transport and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime infrastructure;

(i) for passenger transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, air, the active modes of transport, public transport, and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime infrastructure;

Amendment  88

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point c – point iii

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(iii) for freight transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, and, as appropriate, inland waterway, air and maritime infrastructure as well as appropriate connections with logistics platforms and facilities;

(iii) for freight transport: sustainable, seamless and safe interconnection between rail, road, and, as appropriate, inland waterway, air and maritime infrastructure as well as appropriate connections with logistics platforms and facilities, as well safe and secure parking areas;

Amendment  89

Proposal for a regulation

Article 40 – paragraph 1 – point d

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(d) by 31 December 2040: the development of at least one multimodal freight terminal allowing for sufficient transhipment capacity within or in the vicinity of the urban node.

(d) by 31 December 2040: the development of at least one multimodal freight terminal allowing for sufficient transhipment capacity within or in the vicinity of the urban node, or nodes if capacity is sufficient.

Amendment  90

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(ba) support for modal shift in cities by putting active mobility and public transport at the core of the next Union’s framework for urban mobility;

Amendment  91

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) promotion of efficient and low-noise zero emission transport and mobility, including greening urban fleets;

(c) promotion of efficient and low-noise zero emission transport and mobility, including greening public and private urban fleets;

Amendment  92

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) increase of accessibility and connectivity between urban, peri-urban and rural areas and unhindered access to smart, sustainable and affordable transport;

Amendment  93

Proposal for a regulation

Article 41 – paragraph 1 – point d b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(db) creation of cohesion between long-distance, regional, and local traffic through connecting nodes, stimulating new innovative technologies as well as by lowering emissions (pollutant and GHG) and minimising external cost;

Amendment  94

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point a

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(a) support and promote the decarbonisation of transport through transition to zero- and low-emission vehicles, vessels and aircraft and other innovative and sustainable transport and network technologies such as hyperloop;

(a) support and promote the decarbonisation of transport through transition to zero - and low-emission vehicles, vessels and aircraft and other innovative and sustainable transport and network technologies such as: automated trains, autonomous vehicles, drones, maglev trains and hyperloop;

Amendment  95

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

(da) facilitate increased access to digital and transport services, in particular in areas facing the greatest difficulties in this respect, such as sparsely populated, remote, rural, insular, mountainous and outermost areas, thereby helping to make multimodal and other travel options more widely available;

Amendment  96

Proposal for a regulation

Article 44 – paragraph 1 – point e

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(e) improve the operation, management, accessibility, interoperability, multimodality and efficiency of the network, including through the development of multimodal digital mobility services and the development of infrastructure that allows for seamless multimodality, such as high-speed rail and city train/tram connection at airports;

(e) improve the operation, management, accessibility, interoperability, multimodality and efficiency of the network, including through the development of mobility as a service solution and the development of infrastructure that allows for seamless multimodality, such as high-speed rail and city train/tram connection at airports;

Amendment  97

Proposal for a regulation

Article 45 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

Member States shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements.

Member States shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements by implementing proper, qualitative and on time maintenance plans during the entire life-time of transport infrastructure.

Amendment  98

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 1 – point c

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

(c) structural infrastructure quality during its whole lifecycle, with particular attention to the future projected climate conditions;

(c) structural infrastructure quality during its whole lifecycle, with particular attention to the future projected climate conditions and the need for investment in the maintenance of critical infrastructures and infrastructures presenting increased safety risks, such as bridges and tunnels;

Amendment  99

Proposal for a regulation

Article 46 – paragraph 2 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

2a. Member States shall ensure the continuity of logistics supply chains through the TEN-T network, thus avoiding possible disruptions and slowdowns and making use of ‘green lines’ where necessary, as well as the services offered by the European Coordinators.

Amendment  100

Proposal for a regulation

Article 52 – paragraph 6

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

6. The European Coordinator may consult regional and local authorities, infrastructure managers, transport operators, in particular those which are members of the rail freight governance, the supply industry, transport users and representatives of civil society in relation to the work plan and its implementation. In addition, the European Coordinator responsible for ERTMS shall closely cooperate with the European Union Agency for Railways and Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking and the European Coordinator for the European Maritime Space with the European Maritime Safety Agency.

6. The European Coordinator shall consult regional and local authorities, infrastructure managers, transport operators, in particular those which are members of the rail freight governance, the supply industry, transport users and representatives of civil society in relation to the work plan and its implementation. In addition, the European Coordinator responsible for ERTMS shall closely cooperate with the European Union Agency for Railways and Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking and the European Coordinator for the European Maritime Space with the European Maritime Safety Agency.

Amendment  101

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 a (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

In the event of disputes between Member States, including those regarding unilateral national measures blocking or restricting the free movement of persons, goods or services, the Member States involved shall inform the Commission of the problem and the Commission shall call on those Member States to find a swift and workable solution to restore free movement through the TEN-T core network corridors.

Amendment  102

Proposal for a regulation

Article 53 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 b (new)

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

 

In the event of failure to resolve the disputes referred to in paragraph 4a within six months from the date of notification thereof, the Commission shall take measures to dissuade Member States from taking unilateral action along the corridors of the TEN-T core network, particularly on cross-border sections where the transit of persons, goods and services would be restricted.

Amendment  103

Proposal for a regulation

Article 63 – paragraph 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

The provisions relating to railways, and in particular any requirement to connect airports and ports to railways as well as the provisions related to safe and secure parking and multimodal freight terminals shall not apply to Cyprus, Malta and outermost regions for as long as no railway system is established within their territory.

The provisions relating to railways, and in particular any requirement to connect airports and ports to railways as well as the provisions related to safe and secure parking and multimodal freight terminals shall not apply to Cyprus and Malta for as long as no railway system is established within their territory.

Amendment  104

Proposal for a regulation

Annex I – point 1

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

1. Goals and objectives: A Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) shall have as central goal improving accessibility of the functional urban area and providing high-quality, safe and sustainable low-emission mobility to, through and within the functional urban area. It shall notably support zero-emission mobility and the implementation of an urban transport system which contributes to a better overall performance of the trans-European transport network, in particular through the development of infrastructure for the seamless circulation of zero-emission vehicles as well as of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections and of multimodal freight terminals serving urban nodes.

1. Goals and objectives: A Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) shall have as central goal improving accessibility of the functional urban area and providing high-quality, safe and sustainable low-emission mobility to, through and within the functional urban area; while meeting current and future challenges and providing smart, efficient, and sustainable transport. It shall notably support zero-emission mobility and the implementation of an urban transport system which contributes to a better overall performance of the trans-European transport network, in particular through the development of infrastructure for the seamless circulation of zero-emission vehicles as well as of multimodal passenger hubs to facilitate first and last mile connections and of multimodal freight terminals serving urban nodes.

Amendment  105

Proposal for a regulation

Annex I – point 2

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

2. Long-term vision and short-term implementation plan: A SUMP shall include a – or be linked to an existing – long term strategy for the future development of transport infrastructure and multi-modal services. It shall also include a delivery plan for the short-term implementation of the strategy. It shall be embedded into an integrated approach for sustainable development of the urban area and linked to relevant land-use and spatial planning.

2. Long-term vision and short-term implementation plan: A SUMP shall include a – or be linked to an existing – long term strategy for the future development of transport infrastructure and multi-modal services. It shall also include a delivery plan for the short-term implementation of the strategy. It shall be embedded into an integrated approach for sustainable development of the urban area and linked to relevant land-use and spatial planning. It shall also include investments in innovation to meet the challenges of building a modern integrated transport system that meets the challenges of decarbonisation, efficiency, and inclusive growth.

Amendment  106

Proposal for a regulation

Annex I – point 3

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

3. Integration of the different modes of transport: A SUMP shall promote multimodal transport through the integration of the different modes and measures aimed at facilitating seamless and sustainable mobility. It shall include actions to increase the modal share of the more sustainable forms of transport such as public transport, active mobility, and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime transport. It shall also include actions to promote zero-emission mobility, in particular with regard to the greening of the urban fleet, to reduce congestion and to improve road safety in particular of vulnerable road users.

3. Integration of the different modes of transport: A SUMP shall promote multimodal transport through the integration of the different modes and measures aimed at facilitating seamless and sustainable mobility. It shall include actions to increase the modal share of the more sustainable forms of transport such as public transport, active mobility, and, as appropriate, inland waterway and maritime transport. It shall also include actions to promote zero-emission mobility, in particular with regard to the greening of the urban fleet, to reduce congestion and to improve road safety in particular of vulnerable road users. It shall stress the social dimension, in which fair and safe working conditions of transport workers need to be taken into account when drafting, implementing and assessing SUMPs.

Amendment  107

Proposal for a regulation

Annex I – point 4

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

4. Effective functioning of TEN-T: A SUMP should duly take into account the impact of various urban measures on the traffic flows, both passenger and freight, on the trans-European transport network with the aim to ensure seamless transit, bypass, or interconnection through and around the urban nodes, including of zero-emission vehicles. It shall in particular include actions to alleviate congestion, improve road safety and remove bottlenecks affecting the traffic flows on the TEN-T.

4. Effective functioning of TEN-T: A SUMP should duly take into account the impact of various urban measures on the traffic flows, both passenger and freight, on the trans-European transport network with the aim to ensure seamless transit, bypass, or interconnection through and around the urban nodes, including of zero-emission vehicles. It shall provide financial and technical support for cities qualifying as urban nodes to help them comply with future obligations attached to their new status. It shall in particular include actions to alleviate congestion, improve road safety and remove bottlenecks affecting the traffic flows on the TEN-T. However, TEN-T measures shall take into account effects on regional and local traffic flows, both for passengers and freight.

Amendment  108

Proposal for a regulation

Annex I – point 5

 

Text proposed by the Commission

Amendment

5. Participatory approach: The development and implementation of a SUMP shall be based on an integrated approach with a high level of cooperation, coordination and consultation between the different levels of government and relevant authorities. Citizens as well as representatives of civil society and economic actors shall also be involved.

5. Participatory approach: The development and implementation of a SUMP shall be based on an integrated approach with a high level of cooperation, coordination and consultation between the different levels of government and relevant authorities. Citizens as well as representatives of civil society and economic actors shall also be involved. It shall support the creation of a multi-level collaboration platform at the national level to identify and address shortcomings in rural-urban connectivity covering the functional urban areas and assess the possibilities offered by regional mobility plans.


PROCEDURE – COMMITTEE ASKED FOR OPINION

Title

Guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 and Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) 1315/2013

References

COM(2021)0812 – C9-0472/2021 – 2021/0420(COD)

Committee responsible

 Date announced in plenary

TRAN

7.3.2022

 

 

 

Opinion by

 Date announced in plenary

REGI

7.3.2022

Rapporteur for the opinion

 Date appointed

Alessandro Panza

26.8.2022

Discussed in committee

6.10.2022

 

 

 

Date adopted

30.11.2022

 

 

 

Result of final vote

+:

–:

0:

16

7

3

Members present for the final vote

Matteo Adinolfi, François Alfonsi, Stéphane Bijoux, Franc Bogovič, Vlad-Marius Botoş, Christian Doleschal, Chiara Gemma, Krzysztof Hetman, Ondřej Knotek, Alin Mituța, Dan-Ştefan Motreanu, Denis Nesci, Andrey Novakov, Alessandro Panza, Susana Solís Pérez, Irène Tolleret, Monika Vana

Substitutes present for the final vote

Álvaro Amaro, Karolin Braunsberger-Reinhold, Daniel Buda, Elena Lizzi, Bronis Ropė, Vera Tax, Stefania Zambelli

Substitutes under Rule 209(7) present for the final vote

Vasile Blaga, Carlo Fidanza

 


 

FINAL VOTE BY ROLL CALL IN COMMITTEE ASKED FOR OPINION

16

+

ECR

Carlo Fidanza, Denis Nesci

ID

Matteo Adinolfi, Elena Lizzi, Alessandro Panza, Stefania Zambelli

NI

Chiara Gemma

PPE

Álvaro Amaro, Vasile Blaga, Franc Bogovič, Karolin Braunsberger-Reinhold, Daniel Buda, Christian Doleschal, Krzysztof Hetman, Dan-Ştefan Motreanu, Andrey Novakov

 

7

-

RENEW

Stéphane Bijoux, Ondřej Knotek, Alin Mituța, Irène Tolleret

VERTS/ALE

François Alfonsi, Bronis Ropė, Monika Vana

 

3

0

RENEW

Vlad-Marius Botoş, Susana Solís Pérez

S&D

Vera Tax

 

Key to symbols:

+ : in favour

- : against

0 : abstention

 

 

 

 

 


 

PROCEDURE – COMMITTEE RESPONSIBLE

Title

Guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 and Regulation (EU) No 913/2010 and repealing Regulation (EU) 1315/2013

References

COM(2021)0812 – C9-0472/2021 – 2021/0420(COD)

Date submitted to Parliament

15.12.2021

 

 

 

Committee responsible

 Date announced in plenary

TRAN

7.3.2022

 

 

 

Committees asked for opinions

 Date announced in plenary

BUDG

7.3.2022

ENVI

7.3.2022

ITRE

7.3.2022

IMCO

7.3.2022

 

REGI

7.3.2022

 

 

 

Not delivering opinions

 Date of decision

BUDG

13.1.2022

ENVI

2.2.2022

ITRE

13.1.2022

 

Rapporteurs

 Date appointed

Barbara Thaler

28.4.2022

Dominique Riquet

28.4.2022

 

 

Discussed in committee

26.10.2022

8.12.2022

 

 

Date adopted

13.4.2023

 

 

 

Result of final vote

+:

–:

0:

44

0

1

Members present for the final vote

José Ramón Bauzá Díaz, Izaskun Bilbao Barandica, Karolin Braunsberger-Reinhold, Marco Campomenosi, Jakop G. Dalunde, Ismail Ertug, Isabel García Muñoz, Jens Gieseke, Elsi Katainen, Elena Kountoura, Peter Lundgren, Benoît Lutgen, Elżbieta Katarzyna Łukacijewska, Caroline Nagtegaal, Jan-Christoph Oetjen, Philippe Olivier, Rovana Plumb, Bergur Løkke Rasmussen, Dominique Riquet, Massimiliano Salini, Vera Tax, Barbara Thaler, István Ujhelyi, Achille Variati, Petar Vitanov, Lucia Vuolo, Roberts Zīle, Kosma Złotowski

Substitutes present for the final vote

Pablo Arias Echeverría, Tom Berendsen, Beata Mazurek, Andrey Novakov, Dorien Rookmaker, Andreas Schieder, Jörgen Warborn

Substitutes under Rule 209(7) present for the final vote

Asim Ademov, Pascal Arimont, Susanna Ceccardi, Ilan De Basso, Malte Gallée, Francisco Guerreiro, Alice Kuhnke, Alessandro Panza, Kira Marie Peter-Hansen, Elena Yoncheva

Date tabled

14.4.2023

 


FINAL VOTE BY ROLL CALL IN COMMITTEE RESPONSIBLE

44

+

ECR

Beata Mazurek, Dorien Rookmaker, Roberts Zīle, Kosma Złotowski

ID

Marco Campomenosi, Susanna Ceccardi, Philippe Olivier, Alessandro Panza

PPE

Asim Ademov, Pablo Arias Echeverría, Pascal Arimont, Tom Berendsen, Karolin Braunsberger-Reinhold, Jens Gieseke, Elżbieta Katarzyna Łukacijewska, Benoît Lutgen, Andrey Novakov, Massimiliano Salini, Barbara Thaler, Lucia Vuolo, Jörgen Warborn

Renew

José Ramón Bauzá Díaz, Izaskun Bilbao Barandica, Elsi Katainen, Caroline Nagtegaal, Jan-Christoph Oetjen, Bergur Løkke Rasmussen, Dominique Riquet

S&D

Ilan De Basso, Ismail Ertug, Isabel García Muñoz, Rovana Plumb, Andreas Schieder, Vera Tax, István Ujhelyi, Achille Variati, Petar Vitanov, Elena Yoncheva

The Left

Elena Kountoura

Verts/ALE

Jakop G. Dalunde, Malte Gallée, Francisco Guerreiro, Alice Kuhnke, Kira Marie Peter-Hansen

 

0

-

 

 

 

1

0

ECR

Peter Lundgren

 

Key to symbols:

+ : in favour

- : against

0 : abstention

 

 

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